Meaning Of The Word Osteoclast

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What's The Definition Of Osteoclast?

osteoclast in American English
any of the large multinucleate cells in bone which absorb or break down bony tissue
noun: one of the large multinuclear cells in growing bone concerned with the absorption of osseous tissue, as in the formation of canals

osteoclast in British English
noun: a surgical instrument for fracturing bone

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