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fibroblast

[ fahy-bruh-blast ]

noun

, Cell Biology.
  1. a cell that contributes to the formation of connective tissue fibers.

fibroblast

/ ˈfaɪbrəʊˌblæst /

noun

  1. a cell in connective tissue that synthesizes collagen

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Derived Forms

  • ˌfibroˈblastic, adjective

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Other Words From

  • fibro·blastic adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of fibroblast1

First recorded in 1875–80; fibro- + -blast

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