noun Download 🔗Share An anucleate hemoglobin-containing cell, especially as found in humans but more generally present in the blood of most vertebrates, that is involved with the transport of oxygen; a red blood cell. Examples : "The blood test showed a normal number of erythrocytes, which means the patient is likely getting enough oxygen. " medicine physiology biology anatomy organ biochemistry science Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading