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spinous cells

spinous cells is the plural of spinous cell.

Meaning of spinous cell

Noun

spinous cell (plural spinous cells)

  1. A type of keratinocyte in the stratum spinosum layer of the epidermis, known for its spiny, interconnected appearance due to numerous desmosomes, which are strong cell junctions that provide skin strength and flexibility; these cells produce keratin and are vital for skin protection, forming a protective net-like layer over underlying tissues; can become malignant if mutated by sunlight.
    Synonyms:
    prickle cell

Questions about spinous cells

What is spinous cells the plural of?
Spinous cells is the plural of spinous cell.

Words near spinous cells in the dictionary

  1. spinotrapezius
  2. spinotrapezoid
  3. spinotrigeminal
  4. spinous
  5. spinous cell
  6. spinous cells
  7. spinous process
  8. spinous processes
  9. spinous spider crab
  10. spinous spider crabs
  11. spinousness

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