PARENCHYMA
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Parenchyma.
Parenchyma - as a noun
Animal tissue that constitutes the essential part of an organ as contrasted with e.g. connective tissue and blood vessels
The primary tissue of higher plants composed of thin-walled cells that remain capable of cell division even when mature; constitutes the greater part of leaves, roots, the pulp of fruits, and the pith of stems
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
plant tissueHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The parenchyma is the main tissue in most plant organs, such as leaves and stems."
"The parenchyma of the liver helps to detoxify harmful chemicals in the body."
"In plants, the parenchyma cells can store food and water."
"The parenchyma of the lung is responsible for gas exchange."
"The parenchyma of the kidney filters waste products from the blood."
Word Game Points
Is PARENCHYMA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, parenchyma is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PARENCHYMA has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.
Is PARENCHYMA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, parenchyma is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPARENCHYMA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
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Yes, parenchyma is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPARENCHYMA has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
