a basic type of cell which can divide and develop into cells with particular functions. All the different kinds of cells in the human body develop from stem cells. Stem cells are the key to the body’s ability to renew itself. Tests suggest that stem cells could be used to regenerate damaged body parts. Stem cell research is the essential first step for cloning. Oxford Collocations DictionaryStem cell is used before these nouns: transplant See full entry See related entries: Cell biology
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