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Noun: microphage  'mI-kru,feyj
  1. A neutrophil that ingests small things (as bacteria)
    "Microphages are crucial in the body's first line of defence against bacterial infections"

Derived forms: microphages

Type of: neutrophil, neutrophile [rare]

Encyclopedia: Microphage