goblet cell

English

Etymology

The cell is named for its goblet-like shape. The apical portion is shaped like a cup and the basal portion is shaped like a stem.

Noun

goblet cell (plural goblet cells)

1. (cytology) A column-shaped secretory cell found in the epithelium of the respiratory and intestinal tract that secretes the principal constituents of mucus.

Translations

secretory cell

• Chinese:

  Cantonese: 杯狀細胞／杯状细胞 (bui¹ zong⁶ sai³ baau¹)

  Mandarin: 杯狀細胞／杯状细胞 (bēizhuàngxìbāo)

• German: Becherzelle
• Greek: καλυκοειδές (el) n (kalykoeidés)