B2 noun 중립

cell

/sel/

A cell is the basic structural and functional unit of all living organisms, often called the building block of life. It can also refer to a small room in a prison or monastery, or a device that converts chemical energy into electricity.

예시

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1

The police officer led the suspect back to his holding cell for the night.

The police officer led the suspect back to his holding cell for the night.

2

Recent breakthroughs in stem cell research have provided hope for treating chronic diseases.

Recent breakthroughs in stem cell research have provided hope for treating chronic diseases.

3

I'll give you a call on my cell once I get out of the meeting.

I'll give you a call on my cell once I get out of the meeting.

어휘 가족

명사
cell
부사
cellularly
형용사
cellular
관련
cellulose
💡

암기 팁

Think of a 'cell' as a 'small shell'—it's a small, protective container that holds something important, like DNA or a prisoner.

빠른 퀴즈

The biologist examined the skin ______ under a powerful microscope to detect abnormalities.

정답!

정답은: cells

예시

1

The police officer led the suspect back to his holding cell for the night.

everyday

The police officer led the suspect back to his holding cell for the night.

2

Recent breakthroughs in stem cell research have provided hope for treating chronic diseases.

formal

Recent breakthroughs in stem cell research have provided hope for treating chronic diseases.

3

I'll give you a call on my cell once I get out of the meeting.

informal

I'll give you a call on my cell once I get out of the meeting.

4

Under the microscope, the student observed the distinct parts of the plant cell.

academic

Under the microscope, the student observed the distinct parts of the plant cell.

5

The manufacturing plant uses a work cell layout to increase the efficiency of the assembly line.

business

The manufacturing plant uses a work cell layout to increase the efficiency of the assembly line.

어휘 가족

명사
cell
부사
cellularly
형용사
cellular
관련
cellulose

자주 쓰는 조합

blood cell blood cell
solar cell solar cell
cell division cell division
prison cell prison cell
nerve cell nerve cell

자주 쓰는 구문

cell phone

cell phone

stem cell

stem cell

fuel cell

fuel cell

자주 혼동되는 단어

cell vs sell

Sell is a verb meaning to exchange goods for money, while cell is a noun.

cell vs sale

Sale is a noun referring to the act of selling, whereas cell refers to a biological unit or a small room.

📝

사용 참고사항

When used in biological or scientific contexts, it refers to the microscopic units of life. In common conversation in North America, 'cell' is the standard abbreviation for a mobile phone.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often confuse 'cell' with the verb 'sell' because they are homophones (sound the same). Always check the context to see if a noun or verb is needed.

💡

암기 팁

Think of a 'cell' as a 'small shell'—it's a small, protective container that holds something important, like DNA or a prisoner.

📖

어원

Derived from the Latin 'cella', meaning a small room, store-closet, or hut.

문법 패턴

Countable noun Plural: cells Often used as a noun adjunct (e.g., cell wall, cell membrane)
🌍

문화적 맥락

In American English, 'cell' is the most common way to refer to a mobile phone, whereas 'mobile' is preferred in British English.

빠른 퀴즈

The biologist examined the skin ______ under a powerful microscope to detect abnormalities.

정답!

정답은: cells

관련 단어

anteruptism

C1

Describing the specific state, conditions, or period occurring immediately before a sudden rupture, eruption, or systemic failure. It is used to characterize the buildup of tension and the identifiable indicators that precede a significant disruption.

synputity

C1

Synputity refers to the state or quality of synthesized inputs being perfectly integrated and pure, resulting in a seamless and uncorrupted whole. It is often used in technical or philosophical contexts to describe the ideal blending of diverse data or elements into a single, cohesive entity.

extramercent

C1

A noun referring to a secondary or non-standard commercial transaction, typically one that occurs outside of regulated primary markets. In a test-prep context, it describes an ancillary payment or exchange used to facilitate trade in niche or informal economic sectors.

ultrasignless

C1

Describes something that is completely devoid of any identifying marks, symbols, or signals, often to an extreme or absolute degree. It refers to a state of total anonymity or lack of distinctive characteristics in a physical or semiotic sense.

inlocness

C1

To precisely identify, fix, or anchor an object or concept within its specific geographic or systemic location. It describes the active process of mapping or assigning a permanent place to something within a predefined framework.

devestation

C1

Devastation refers to widespread and severe destruction or damage to a place or object. It can also describe the state of extreme emotional shock, grief, or overwhelm felt by a person.

intranavize

C1

The systemic process or framework of internal navigation within a complex, closed-circuit digital environment or architectural structure. It refers specifically to the methodology used to move between non-public nodes or data points in a secure system.

exgenent

C1

Requiring immediate action or attention; pressing or demanding. It is often used to describe urgent circumstances or a person who is extremely demanding and exacting.

adpelent

C1

A technical or pseudo-word often appearing in lexical proficiency tests, referring to an agent or substance designed to drive away or repel unwanted elements. It follows Latin morphological patterns but is not found in standard modern English dictionaries, serving primarily as a distractor in linguistic assessments.

propassward

C1

A high-security, professional-grade authentication credential used primarily in digital proctoring and secure certification systems. It functions as an advanced passphrase that often integrates multi-factor verification to ensure the identity of a user during high-stakes testing or sensitive data access.

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