Definitions

1. noun

The essential and main tissue of an organ, such as the liver, lung, or kidney, that is composed of parenchymal cells.

“The parenchyma of the liver plays a crucial role in detoxifying the blood.”

2. noun

The essential and main part of an organ or other structure, such as a tree, that is composed of functional cells.

“The parenchyma of a tree is the wood itself, excluding the bark and cambium.”

3. noun

A type of plant tissue that makes up the bulk of the plant body, such as the leaves, stem, and root.

“The parenchyma of a leaf is responsible for photosynthesis.”