Simple meaning
What does Cell mean?
A cell is the smallest part of life.
Dictionary definition
Cell means the smallest basic unit of a living thing.
Example sentences
Cell in a sentence
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In science class, we learned what cell means.
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The reading passage used cell to explain a life science idea clearly.
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During a school project, using cell correctly made our biology description more precise.
Synonyms
Words like Cell
basic unitRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
living unitRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
microscopic unitRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
whole organismHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
body systemHelpful contrast for understanding the term.
Word family
Cell word family
Base word
cell
noun
cell
Base form.
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What does cell mean?
Cell means a cell is the smallest part of life.
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