lipoblast
/laɪˈpoʊblæst/Definitions
1. noun
A precursor cell in the process of adipocyte formation, that is a type of mesenchymal stem cell.
“The researcher studied the development of lipoblasts in the human body.”
2. noun
A cell that is in the process of differentiating into a fat cell or adipocyte.
“The biopsy revealed an increase in lipoblasts, indicating the onset of obesity.”