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phragmoplast

phrag·mo·plast
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [frag-muh-plast]
    • /ˈfræg məˌplæst/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [frag-muh-plast]
    • /ˈfræg məˌplæst/

Definitions of phragmoplast word

  • noun phragmoplast the cytoplasmic structure that forms at the equator of the spindle after the chromosomes have divided during the anaphase of plant mitosis, and that initiates cell division. 1
  • noun phragmoplast a structure or barrier that forms in the later stages of a plant's development, within which cell plates form 0
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Origin of phragmoplast

First appearance:

before 1910
One of the 15% newest English words
1910-15; < Greek phrágm(a) fence (see phragmites) + -o- + -plast

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Parts of speech for Phragmoplast

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phragmoplast popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 39% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 68% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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