enterocyte

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A cell found in the lining of the intestines and colon, participating in absorption of nutrients and secretion of digestive enzymes.

Word forms

enterocyte enterocytes

Etymology

From entero- + -cyte.

Derived words

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