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.”

Synonyms

  • adipocyte precursor
  • preadipocyte

Antonyms

  • fibroblast
  • osteoblast