entoblast

/ɛnˈtɒblɑːst/

Definitions

1. noun

A cell in the embryonic development of certain invertebrates, such as insects, that gives rise to the internal organs and the body wall.

“The entoblast cells play a crucial role in the formation of the insect embryo.”

2. noun

A blast cell that gives rise to the internal organs and body wall of certain invertebrates, such as insects.

“In the development of the insect embryo, the entoblast cells divide and differentiate into various tissues and organs.”

Synonyms

  • blast cell
  • embryoblast