Target Cell

nounverified·updated May 18, 2026

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any cell that has a specific receptor for an antigen or antibody or hormone or drug, or is the focus of contact by a virus or phagocyte or nerve fiber etc.

Framework senses

3 senses across 2 frameworks

Wordset Dictionary2 sensesview framework →

§1: an abnormal red blood cell with the appearance of a dark ring surrounding a dark center
§2: any cell that has a specific receptor for an antigen or antibody or hormone or drug, or is the focus of contact by a virus or phagocyte or nerve fiber etc.

Legacy lexicon import1 senseview framework →

§1 · legacy_primary: any cell that has a specific receptor for an antigen or antibody or hormone or drug, or is the focus of contact by a virus or phagocyte or nerve fiber etc.
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