Melanophore
Pronunciation: /ˈmiˈɫɑnoʊˈpieɪtʃˈɔɹ/
Melanophore (noun)
- A cell in some animals that contains dark pigment and can change its position to affect skin or body colour.
Examples
- A melanophore is a pigment cell that helps determine skin color.
- The melanophore releases pigment, and the color can change.