CYTOSKELETON Synonyms
There are 5 hypernyms of the word cytoskeleton. (close relations)
Definition of CYTOSKELETON
Best Alternative Words for CYTOSKELETON
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architecture | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
noun • an architectural product or work • the discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings • the profession of designing buildings and environments with consideration for their esthetic effect • (computer science) the structure and organization of a computer's hardware or system software | ||||||||
construction | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of constructing something • a group of words that form a constituent of a sentence and are considered as a single unit • the creation of a construct; the process of combining ideas into a congruous object of thought • a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts • drawing a figure satisfying certain conditions as part of solving a problem or proving a theorem • an interpretation of a text or action • the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones | ||||||||
frame | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the framework for a pair of eyeglasses • a single one of a series of still transparent pictures forming a cinema, television or video film • alternative names for the body of a human being • (baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat • a single drawing in a comic strip • an application that divides the user's display into two or more windows that can be scrolled independently • a system of assumptions and standards that sanction behavior and give it meaning • the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal • the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape • a structure supporting or containing something • a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror • one of the ten divisions into which bowling is divided verb • enclose in or as if in a frame • enclose in a frame, as of a picture • take or catch as if in a snare or trap • formulate in a particular style or language • make up plans or basic details for • construct by fitting or uniting parts together | ||||||||
framework | nounn | |||||||
noun • a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process • the underlying structure • a structure supporting or containing something | ||||||||
grid | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
noun • a pattern of regularly spaced horizontal and vertical lines • a system of high tension cables by which electrical power is distributed throughout a region • a perforated or corrugated metal plate used in a storage battery as a conductor and support for the active material • an electrode placed between the cathode and anode of a vacuum tube to control the flow of electrons through the tube • a cooking utensil of parallel metal bars; used to grill fish or meat | ||||||||
matrix | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • (mathematics) a rectangular array of quantities or expressions set out by rows and columns; treated as a single element and manipulated according to rules • (geology) a mass of fine-grained rock in which fossils, crystals, or gems are embedded • an enclosure within which something originates or develops • the body substance in which tissue cells are embedded • the formative tissue at the base of a nail • mold used in the production of phonograph records, type, or other relief surface | ||||||||
network | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • an interconnected system of things or people • (broadcasting) a communication system consisting of a group of broadcasting stations that all transmit the same programs • an open fabric of string or rope or wire woven together at regular intervals • a system of intersecting lines or channels • (electronics) a system of interconnected electronic components or circuits verb • communicate with and within a group | ||||||||
organelle | nounn | |||||||
noun • a specialized part of a cell; analogous to an organ | ||||||||
scaffold | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a platform from which criminals are executed (hanged or beheaded) • a temporary arrangement erected around a building for convenience of workers verb • provide with a scaffold for support | ||||||||
scaffolding | nounn | |||||||
noun • a system of scaffolds | ||||||||
skeleton | nounn | |||||||
noun • something reduced to its minimal form • a scandal that is kept secret • the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal • the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape | ||||||||
structure | nounn | |||||||
noun • a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts • the manner of construction of something and the arrangement of its parts • the complex composition of knowledge as elements and their combinations • a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing and its construction and arrangement • the people in a society considered as a system organized by a characteristic pattern of relationships verb • give a structure to | ||||||||
system | nounn | |||||||
noun • instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity • a group of independent but interrelated elements comprising a unified whole • (physical chemistry) a sample of matter in which substances in different phases are in equilibrium • a complex of methods or rules governing behavior • an organized structure for arranging or classifying • a group of physiologically or anatomically related organs or parts • a procedure or process for obtaining an objective • the living body considered as made up of interdependent components forming a unified whole • an ordered manner; orderliness by virtue of being methodical and well organized | ||||||||
web | nounn | |||||||
noun • an intricate network suggesting something that was formed by weaving or interweaving • an intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim • the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft • an interconnected system of things or people • computer network consisting of a collection of internet sites that offer text and graphics and sound and animation resources through the hypertext transfer protocol • a fabric (especially a fabric in the process of being woven) • membrane connecting the toes of some aquatic birds and mammals verb • construct or form a web, as if by weaving | ||||||||
organizing | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
verb • create (as an entity) • cause to be structured or ordered or operating according to some principle or idea • plan and direct (a complex undertaking) • bring order and organization to • arrange by systematic planning and united effort • form or join a union |