Definition

A type of cell found in the blood, particularly in invertebrate animals, that plays a role in various bodily functions.

Example

Hemocytes are essential for the immune response in many invertebrates.

Conversation

Did you know that a hemocyte is a type of blood cell in invertebrates?

Really? I had no idea they had such specialized cells.

Yeah, they play a role similar to our white blood cells.

That's fascinating! I love learning about different organisms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hemocyte → It is formed from "hemo-" (from Greek "haima", meaning blood) and "cyte" (from Greek "kytos", meaning cell). The word "hemocyte" refers to a cell found in the blood.

Memory Tip

Think of 'blood' ('hemo-') and 'cell' ('cyte') to remember that a hemocyte is a blood cell.

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