lecithoid

/lɛˈsɪθɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or composed of lecithin, a fatty substance found in the yolks of eggs and in the brain and other parts of the body.

“The lecithoid cells in the sample were studied under a microscope.”

2. noun

A body or part resembling lecithin in form or appearance.

“The lecithoid structure in the cell membrane was a key finding in the research.”

Synonyms

  • lecithinic
  • phosphatidic

Antonyms

  • lecithin-free
  • non-phosphatidic