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osteoclast

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  1. 1. n. A myeloplax. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. An instrument for performing osteoclasis. Source: opted
  3. 3. n. cell that functions in the breakdown and resorption of bone tissue Source: wordnet
  4. 4. 1. (Physiol.) A myeloplax. Note: The osteoclasts occur usually in pits or cavities which they appear to have excavated, and are supposed to be concerned in the absorption of the bone matrix. 2. An instrument for performing osteoclasis. Source: webster
  5. 5. n cell that functions in the breakdown and resorption of bone tissue Source: ecdict

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