Definitions

1. noun

the main mass of substance in a tissue or organ, as opposed to the cells or fibers that make it up.

“The parenchyme of the liver is responsible for filtering toxins from the blood.”

2. noun

a type of plant tissue that contains the cells responsible for photosynthesis and storage of nutrients.

“The parenchyme of the leaf allows it to carry out photosynthesis and store water and nutrients.”