plastidial

/ˌplæstɪˈdɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a plastid, especially a chloroplast.

“The plastidial membranes in plant cells are crucial for photosynthesis.”

2. noun

a plastid, especially a chloroplast.

“The plastidial structure of the plant cell was studied under a microscope.”

Synonyms

  • chloroplastic
  • plastidic

Antonyms

  • non-plastidial