epibasal

/ɛpɪˈbæsəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated above a base or basal structure, especially in the development of an organism.

“The epibasal layer of cells played a crucial role in the organism’s growth.”

2. noun

a structure or part that develops from above a base or basal structure, especially in the development of an organism.

“The epibasal plate was formed from the fusion of several epiblast cells.”

Synonyms

  • suprabasal
  • suprabasal

Antonyms

  • hypobasal