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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
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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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