mast cell (n)
mastocyte (n)
labrocyte (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 08
def a large connective tissue cell that contains histamine and heparin and serotonin which are released in allergic reactions or in response to injury or inflammation
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Hypernym somatic cell, vegetative cell
Part holonym connective tissue
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Part meronym connective tissue
Hyponym somatic cell, vegetative cell

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