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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

plastid

/plæstɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does plastid mean?

noun

A plastid is a type of organelle found in plant cells, responsible for photosynthesis and pigment synthesis. Plastids are membrane-bound and can be found in various forms, such as chloroplasts and chromoplasts.

Example

"The scientist studied the plastids in the plant cells to understand their role in photosynthesis."

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