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Etymology of the English word leukocyte

the English word leukocyte
using the English suffix -cyte
derived from the Greek word kutos, κύτος (cell)
using the English prefix leuko-
derived from the Greek word leukos, λευκός (white)

Derivations in English

leukotriene, interleukin

Usage

Word found in Modern English



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