erythron

/ˈɛrɪθɒn/

Definitions

1. noun

A red blood cell in the sanguisuga (a type of leech) or certain other animals, especially one that is rich in hemoglobin and carries oxygen in the blood.

“The erythrons in the leech’s body played a crucial role in its ability to absorb oxygen from the water.”

Synonyms

  • hemoglobin
  • red blood cell

Antonyms

  • anemia
  • leukocyte