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(strō′mə)

noun pl. stromata

Anat.
1. the connective tissue forming the framework or matrix of an organ or part
2. the colorless framework of a red blood corpuscle or other cell
Bot. in some fungi, a cushionlike mass of hyphae, frequently having fruiting bodies embedded in it

Origin: ModL < L, coverlet, bed covering < Gr strōma, mattress, bed: for IE base see strew

Related Forms:

stromal adjective or stromatic

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noun pl. stro·ma·ta (-mə-tə)

The connective tissue framework of an organ, gland, or other structure, as distinguished from the tissues performing the special function of the organ or part.
The spongy, colorless framework of a red blood cell or other cell.

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Origin: Late Latin strōma, mattress, covering

Origin: , from Greek, bed; see ster-² in Indo-European roots

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Related Forms:

stroˈmal adjective

stro·matˈic (-mătˈĭk) adjective

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