cytoskeleton
Pronunciation
/sˈaɪɾəskˌɛlᵻtən/

Definition & Meaning of "cytoskeleton"in English

Cytoskeleton
01

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