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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

monocyte

/mɒnəsaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does monocyte mean?

noun

A type of white blood cell that plays a key role in the immune system, particularly in the engulfment and digestion of foreign particles and microorganisms.

Example

"The monocytes in the patient's blood sample were found to be elevated, indicating an active immune response."

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