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