Definition

Describing a cell that contains only one nucleus.

Example

The mononucleate cells are important for studying certain types of tissue regeneration.

Conversation

Did you know that some cells are mononucleate?

Really? I thought all cells had multiple nuclei.

Nope, some just have one, like certain types of muscle cells.

That's interesting! I guess there's a lot to learn about cell biology.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mononucleate → It is formed from "mono-" (meaning one) and "nucleus" (from Latin "nucleus", meaning kernel or core) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating a state or condition). The word describes a cell that has a single nucleus.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mono-' meaning one and 'nucleus' referring to the core of a cell — a mononucleate cell has just one core.

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