cell wall
noun
: the usually rigid nonliving permeable wall that surrounds the plasma membrane and encloses and supports the cells of most plants, bacteria, fungi, and algae see cell illustration
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Radiation destroys cell walls and other key molecular structures within the body.
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The Week Uk, TheWeek, 26 Apr. 2026
The heat ruptures the cell walls in the leaves, causing desiccation and ultimately killing the weed.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
The heat and humidity break down the structure of garlic by softening its cell walls and altering its sugars and proteins.
—Mavra Javed, The Conversation, 24 Apr. 2026
Vinegar’s high acetic acid properties break down cell walls and dehydrate the weed growing between your pavers.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 21 Apr. 2026
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The Week Uk, TheWeek, 26 Apr. 2026
The heat ruptures the cell walls in the leaves, causing desiccation and ultimately killing the weed.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
The heat and humidity break down the structure of garlic by softening its cell walls and altering its sugars and proteins.
—Mavra Javed, The Conversation, 24 Apr. 2026
Vinegar’s high acetic acid properties break down cell walls and dehydrate the weed growing between your pavers.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 21 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for cell wall
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“Cell wall.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cell%20wall. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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