neutrophile

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Noun neutrophile has 1 sense

neutrophil, neutrophile - the chief phagocytic leukocyte; stains with either basic or acid dyes
--₁ is a kind of leukocyte, leucocyte, white blood cell, white cell, white blood corpuscle, white corpuscle, WBC
--₁ has particulars: microphage

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Neutrophile

Definition:

A neutrophile refers to a biological organism or cell that has an affinity for neutral environments.

Noun:

1. A type of white blood cell, specifically a granulocyte, that is part of the immune system and plays a crucial role in fighting bacterial infections.

Example sentence: The neutrophile engulfed the bacteria, effectively eliminating the infection.

Adjective:

1. Having an affinity for neutral pH or environments.

Example sentence: This plant species is considered neutrophile, thriving in neutral soil conditions.

Additional Sense:

1. A person or organism that exhibits a preference for neutral elements or situations.

Example sentence: The artist proved to be a neutrophile, showcasing an appreciation for both modern and classical art forms.