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germ cell

noun

Definition of GERM CELL

:  a gamete (as an egg or sperm cell) or one of its antecedent cells
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First Known Use of GERM CELL

1851
GERM CELL Defined for Kids

germ cell

noun

Definition of GERM CELL for Kids

:  a cell (as an egg or sperm cell) that contributes to the formation of a new individual
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germ cell

noun

Medical Definition of GERM CELL

:  an egg or sperm cell or one of their antecedent cells

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