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corpuscle

 

[ หˆkษ”ห.pษ™s.kษ™l ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น corpรบsculo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅ‹เคถเคฟเค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Korpuskel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ korpuskel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพั€ะฟัƒัะบัƒะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ korpuskuล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฐไฝ“

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท corpuscule

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cรฉlula

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hรผcre

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž…์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุณูŠู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ korpusku

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ korpuskel

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐไฝ“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ korpuskel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ korn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะพั€ะฟัƒัะบัƒะปะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒ แƒžแƒฃแƒกแƒ™แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ korpuskel

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.