Meaning of the word plastid in English

What does plastid mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

plastid

US /ˈplæstɪd/
UK /ˈplæstɪd/

Noun

any of a class of small organelles in the cytoplasm of plant cells, containing pigment or food

Example:
Chloroplasts are a type of plastid responsible for photosynthesis.
Leucoplasts are colorless plastids that store starch, lipids, or proteins.