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Meaning of tissue
A group of cells that together perform certain functions in an organism, or a piece of soft absorbent paper used for wiping the nose.
Etymology of tissue
The word "tissue" originated from Old French "tissu", meaning "cloth, web", from "tistre", "tissier", to weave, from Latin "texere", meaning "to weave".
Synonyms
paper
fabric
material
substance
texture
weave
web
membrane
film
layer
gauze
cloth
parchment
felt
fleece
flannel
muslin
gossamer
delicate structure
organic material
bodily structure
cellular structure
fibrous material
soft material
pliable material
flexible material
thin material
fibrous tissue
connective tissue
epithelial tissue
muscle tissue
nerve tissue
bone tissue
cartilage
skin
mucous membrane
sinus tissue
intestinal tissue
stomach lining
vascular tissue
lymphatic tissue.
Definitions
- A group of cells in an animal or plant that have similar structure and function and work together as a unit.
- A piece of soft absorbent paper used for wiping the nose, eyes, or mouth.
- A delicate or filmy structure, especially one that is a part of a living organism.
Usage Examples
- The doctor examined the tissue sample under a microscope to determine the cause of the disease.
- She blew her nose into a tissue and then threw it away.
- The delicate tissue of the butterfly's wings was easily damaged.
Antonyms
bone
cartilage
stone
metal
wood
hard material
rigid material
inflexible material
unyielding material
tough material
coarse material
rough material
solid
concrete
brick
rock
granite
marble
steel
iron
copper
diamond
glass
crystal
ceramic
porcelain
solid structure
rigid structure
unbreakable material
indestructible material
impenetrable material.