granulosa

/ɡrænjʊˈloʊsə/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of granulose cells or tissue, especially in the ovary

“The granulosa cells play a crucial role in the development of the ovarian follicle.”

2. noun

a granulose cell or tissue, especially in the ovary

“The granulosa layer surrounds the oocytes in the ovary.”

Synonyms

  • follicular
  • granulose

Antonyms

  • smooth
  • unrivaled