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单词 melanophore
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Definition of melanophore in English:

melanophore

noun ˈmɛlənə(ʊ)fɔːmɪˈlanəfɔː
Zoology
  • A cell containing melanin; especially such a cell in reptiles, amphibians, and fishes which is contractile and confers the ability to change the depth of colour.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Proceedings of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. From German Melanophor from melano- + -phor.

 
 

Definition of melanophore in US English:

melanophore

noun
Zoology
  • A cell containing melanin; especially such a cell in reptiles, amphibians, and fishes which is contractile and confers the ability to change the depth of colour.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Proceedings of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. From German Melanophor from melano- + -phor.

 
 
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