Dictionary Entry
T-cell
nounFind the meaning of the word T-cell, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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a white blood cell that coordinates immune responses and directly kills infected cells; matures in the thymus
Example Sentence
After vaccination, T-cells quickly recognize and destroy any cell infected by the virus.
Usage Note
Use when discussing how the body fights infections, cancer immunotherapy, or vaccine effectiveness.
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