myofibril

/maɪ.əˈfraisəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A component of muscle cells, composed of repeating units of contractile material, involved in muscle contraction and relaxation.

“The researcher studied the structure and function of myofibrils in muscle tissue.”

2. noun

A thread-like structure within a muscle cell that is responsible for contraction and relaxation.

“The myofibril’s role in muscle function is crucial for overall muscle movement.”

Synonyms

  • muscle fiber
  • sarcomere

Antonyms

  • muscle atrophy