Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by phagocytosis, a process in which cells engulf and digest foreign particles or microorganisms.

“The phagocytal activity of macrophages played a crucial role in clearing the infection from the bloodstream.”

2. noun

an organism or cell that performs phagocytosis.

“The phagocytal cells in the patient’s lungs were severely impaired due to the disease.”