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cytoskeleton

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cy·​to·​skel·​e·​ton | \ ˌsī-tə-ˈske-lə-tən How to pronounce cytoskeleton (audio) \

Definition of cytoskeleton

: the network of protein filaments and microtubules in the cytoplasm that controls cell shape, maintains intracellular organization, and is involved in cell movement
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cytoskeletal \ ˌsī-​tə-​ˈske-​lə-​tᵊl How to pronounce cytoskeletal (audio) \ adjective

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 In the case of slime molds, their cytoskeleton may form smart, complex networks able to process sensory information. — Katia Moskvitch, WIRED, "Slime Molds Remember—But Do They Learn?," 14 July 2018 That means making sure the cells have myosin and actin — two proteins that are key to forming the cellular cytoskeleton, and to building muscle filaments. — Noah Shachtman, WIRED, "Pentagon Plan to Regrow Limbs: Phase One, Complete," 25 Mar. 2009

First Known Use of cytoskeleton

1936, in the meaning defined above

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cytoskeleton

noun
cy·​to·​skel·​e·​ton | \ ˌsīt-ō-ˈskel-ət-ᵊn How to pronounce cytoskeleton (audio) \

Medical Definition of cytoskeleton

: the network of protein filaments and microtubules in the cytoplasm that controls cell shape, maintains intracellular organization, and is involved in cell movement

Other Words from cytoskeleton

cytoskeletal \ -​ᵊl How to pronounce cytoskeletal (audio) \ adjective

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