Definition & Meaning of "cytoskeleton"in English

Cytoskeleton

a network of protein fibers in a cell that gives it shape, supports its structure, and aids in movement

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Inanimate

Composition

Compound

Uncountable

singular

not gender specific

Plural form

cytoskeletons

Examples

The cytoskeleton acts like a cell's internal scaffolding, maintaining its shape and structural integrity.

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