organelle

/ˌɔɹ.ɡənˈɛl/

Meanings

noun

A specialized structure found inside cells that carries out a specific life process (e.g. ribosomes, vacuoles).

Examples :

"The organelle called the mitochondrion is responsible for producing energy within a cell, much like a power plant provides energy for a city. "

Related Words

mitochondrion noun

/ˌmaɪtəˈkɑːndriən/ /ˌmaɪtəˈkɑːndriˌɒn/

A spherical or ovoid organelle found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells and containing genetic material separate from that of the host; it is responsible for the conversion of food to usable energy in the form of ATP.

"The mitochondrion in each cell acts like a tiny power plant, converting the food we eat into energy that our body can use. "

vacuoles noun

/ˈvækjʊoʊlz/ /ˈvækjʊwəlz/

A large membrane-bound vesicle in a cell's cytoplasm.

"The plant cell's vacuoles stored water and nutrients, helping the plant stay strong and healthy. "

specialized verb

/ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/ /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

To make distinct or separate, particularly:

"The chef specialized his menu, separating the vegetarian dishes from the meat dishes. "

provides verb

/pɹəˈvaɪdz/

To make a living; earn money for necessities.

"It is difficult to provide for my family working on minimum wage."

structure noun

/ˈstɹʌktʃə(ɹ)/ /ˈstɹʌktʃɚ/

A cohesive whole built up of distinct parts.

"The birds had built an amazing structure out of sticks and various discarded items."

responsible noun

/ɹɪˈspɒnsəbl̩/ /ɹɪˈspɑnsəbl̩/

The individual who bears the responsibility for something.

"The responsible for the project is Maria. "

specific noun

/spəˈsɪf.ɪk/

A distinguishing attribute or quality.

"The specific of her success was her dedication to studying. "

producing verb

/pɹəˈdjuːsɪŋ/ /pɹəˈdusɪŋ/

To yield, make or manufacture; to generate.

"The factory is producing thousands of cars every month. "

process noun

/ˈpɹoʊsɛs/ /ˈpɹəʊsɛs/ /ˈpɹɑsɛs/ /pɹəˈsɛs/

A series of events which produce a result (the product).

"The process of baking a cake involves several steps, from mixing the ingredients to putting it in the oven. "

inside noun

/ɪnˈsaɪd/

The interior or inner part.

"The inside of the building has been extensively restored."

ribosomes noun

/ˈraɪbəˌsoʊmz/

A small organelle found in all cells; involved in the production of proteins by translating messenger RNA.

"Simple Sentence: Ribosomes in our cells build proteins that help us grow and stay healthy. "

carries noun

/ˈkæriz/

A manner of transporting or lifting something; the grip or position in which something is carried.

""The correct carries of the grocery bags prevented them from ripping." "