Noun: peroxisome pu'rók-si,sowm
- (biology) a small, membrane-bound organelle found in eukaryotic cells that contains enzymes for various metabolic processes, including the breakdown of fatty acids and the detoxification of harmful substances
"Peroxisomes play a crucial role in cellular detoxification and lipid metabolism"
Derived forms: peroxisomes
Encyclopedia: Peroxisome