First Known Use: 1532
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protoplast
noun pro·to·plast \ˈprō-tə-ˌplast\
Definition of PROTOPLAST
1
: one that is formed first : prototype
2
: a plant cell that has had its cell wall removed; also : the nucleus, cytoplasm, and plasma membrane of a cell as distinguished from inert walls and inclusions
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Origin of PROTOPLAST
Middle French protoplaste, from Late Latin protoplastus first human, from Greek prōtoplastos first formed, from prōt- prot- + plastos formed, from plassein to mold — more at plaster
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protoplast
noun pro·to·plast \ˈprōt-ə-ˌplast\
Medical Definition of PROTOPLAST
: the nucleus, cytoplasm, and plasma membrane of a cell as distinguished from inert walls and inclusions
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