parenchyma

parenchyma definition - medical

pa·ren·chy·ma (pə-rĕngˈkə-mə)

noun
The distinguishing cells of a gland or organ, contained in and supported by the stroma.

Related Forms:

  • pa·renˈchy·mal, parˌen·chymˈa·tous (părˌĕn-kĭmˈə-təs) adjective

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