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ar·gen·taf·fin \ärˈjentəfə̇n\ adjective or ar·gen·taf·fine \“, -əˌfēn\ Etymology: probably back-formation from argentaffinity, from argent- + affinity 1. a. : depositing reduced silver from ammoniated silver hydroxide solutions — used of certain cell granules containing phenols or polyamines b. : of, relating to, or being a cell type of the gastrointestinal tract that is postulated to have a role in the production of intrinsic factor 2. : argentophil • ar·gen·taf·fin·i·ty \ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷əˈfinəd.ē\ noun |