조직 내에 고정되어 있거나 혈액 속을 이동하며 세균이나 이물질을 잡아먹어 소화하는 커다란 백혈구의 일종.
A large phagocytic cell found in stationary form in the tissues or as a mobile white blood cell, especially at sites of infection, responsible for engulfing and digesting cellular debris and pathogens.
예문:
"Macrophages play a crucial role in the body's innate immune response by identifying and destroying invading bacteria."
"The accumulation of macrophages at the site of inflammation helps to clear away damaged tissue."
"Researchers are studying how macrophages can be reprogrammed to attack cancer cells more effectively."