cells
Meaning of cells
plural noun
- a small room in which a prisoner is locked up or in which a monk or nun sleeps.
the authorities locked all remaining inmates in their cells
- the smallest structural and functional unit of an organism, which is typically microscopic and consists of cytoplasm and a nucleus enclosed in a membrane.
- a small group forming a nucleus of political activity, typically a secret, subversive one.
terrorist cells
- a device containing electrodes immersed in an electrolyte, used for generating current or for electrolysis.
- the local area covered by one of the short-range transmitters in a cellular telephone system.
Old English, from Old French celle or Latin cella ‘storeroom or chamber’.
Information about cells
- It is a name.
- The singular form of cells is: cell.
- Languages in which cells is used:
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CatalanHyphenation of cells
cells
- It consists of 1 syllables and 5 chars.
- cells is a word monosyllabic because it has one syllable
cells synonyms
Meaning a strong underground prison cell, especially in a castle:
Meaning a secret dungeon with access only through a trapdoor in its ceiling:
Meaning a building in which people are legally held as a punishment for a crime they have committed or while awaiting trial:
Meaning space that can be occupied or where something can be done:
Meaning a small partitioned-off area of a room, for example one containing a shower or toilet, or a desk in an office:
Meaning a separate section or part of a structure or container:
Meaning a cavity in a plant, animal body, or organ:
Meaning a stand, booth, or compartment for the sale of goods in a market or large covered area:
Meaning an area that is surrounded by a barrier:
Meaning an enclosure for bulls:
Meaning a large receptacle or storage chamber, especially for liquid or gas:
Meaning decrease or fade gradually before coming to an end:
Meaning (in some US states) a meeting at which local members of a political party register their preference among candidates running for office or select delegates to attend a convention:
Meaning a subdivision of a larger military grouping:
Meaning a small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics:
Meaning each of the two upper limbs of the human body from the shoulder to the hand:
Meaning any of the more or less distinct parts into which something is or may be divided or from which it is made up:
Meaning the central and most important part of an object, movement, or group, forming the basis for its activity and growth:
Meaning a small close-knit group of people who do not readily allow others to join them:
Meaning a small group of people with shared interests or tastes, especially one that is exclusive of other people:
Meaning a number of people or things that are located, gathered, or classed together:
Meaning a social gathering of invited guests, typically involving eating, drinking, and entertainment:
Meaning a close-knit group of interrelated families, especially in the Scottish Highlands:
Meaning (in a bird) a modified forelimb that bears large feathers and is used for flying:
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