n. A macrophage or dendritic cell that is usually immobile and is found in organs and tissues. [Greek histion, web, diminutive of histos; see stā- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots + -CYTE.] his′ti·o·cytic (-sĭtĭk) adj. |
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