Corpuscle: meaning, definitions and examples
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corpuscle
[ หkษห.pษs.kษl ]
biological context
A corpuscle is a tiny, generally spherical structure found in the body, especially in blood or other bodily fluids. Often referring to red or white blood cells, corpuscles play crucial roles in transport and immune defense. In a broader sense, a corpuscle can refer to any small body or particle. The term is derived from Latin, with 'corpusculum' meaning 'small body'. In scientific contexts, corpuscles are fundamental to studies of physiology and hematology.
Synonyms
body, cell, element, particle.
Examples of usage
- Red corpuscles transport oxygen.
- White corpuscles fight infections.
- Clinical studies often examine blood corpuscles.
- Researchers analyze corpuscles under a microscope.
Translations
Translations of the word "corpuscle" in other languages:
๐ต๐น corpรบsculo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคถเคฟเคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Korpuskel
๐ฎ๐ฉ korpuskel
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะพัะฟััะบัะปะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ korpuskuล
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฐไฝ
๐ซ๐ท corpuscule
๐ช๐ธ cรฉlula
๐น๐ท hรผcre
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฌุณูู
๐จ๐ฟ korpusku
๐ธ๐ฐ korpuskel
๐จ๐ณ ๅฐไฝ
๐ธ๐ฎ korpuskel
๐ฎ๐ธ korn
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะพัะฟััะบัะปะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแ แแฃแกแแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ korpuskel
๐ฒ๐ฝ cรฉlula
Etymology
The word 'corpuscle' comes from the Latin 'corpusculum', which is a diminutive of 'corpus', meaning 'body'. This etymology reflects the term's application in referring to small bodies or cells within larger biological systems. The introduction of the word into English can be traced back to the late 17th century, aligning with the periods of significant advancements in biological sciences and microscopy. During this era, scientists began to explore the microscopic world, identifying various cell types and their functions. The concept of corpuscles was particularly vital in understanding blood and its components, leading to enriched vocabulary in both medical and scientific disciplines. As the study of physiology evolved, corpuscles became key to discussions around health, disease, and the body's mechanisms. Over time, the term has maintained its relevance in anatomy, biology, and hematology, symbolizing the crucial building blocks of life.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #26,513, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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