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ribosome
noun ri·bo·some \ˈrī-bə-ˌsōm\
Definition of RIBOSOME
: any of the RNA-rich cytoplasmic granules that are sites of protein synthesis — see cell illustration
— ri·bo·som·al \ˌrī-bə-ˈsō-məl\ adjective
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First Known Use of RIBOSOME
1958
Rhymes with RIBOSOME
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RIBOSOME Defined for Kids
ribosome
ri·bo·some \ˈrī-bə-ˌsōm\
Definition of RIBOSOME for Kids
: one of the tiny round particles in a cell where proteins are made
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ribosome
noun ri·bo·some \ˈrī-bə-ˌsōm\
Medical Definition of RIBOSOME
: any of the RNA- and protein-rich cytoplasmic granules that are sites of protein synthesis
—ri·bo·som·al \ˌrī-bə-ˈsō-məl\ adjective
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