Meaning & Definition of word "Cell"

noun:

• 1. A small room, typically one used for a prisoner or for solitary confinement.
  • Example: The suspect was held in a cramped cell overnight.
• 2. The basic structural, functional, and biological unit of all known living organisms.
  • Example: The cell is often referred to as the building block of life.
• 3. A device that converts chemical energy into electrical energy, or vice versa.
  • Example: The flashlight requires two AA batteries, each containing a chemical cell.
• 4. A group of individuals organized for a common purpose, often used in the context of underground or secret organizations.
  • Example: The activist group operated in small cells to avoid detection.
• 5. A lattice structure or compartment in a grid or table.
  • Example: Each cell in the spreadsheet can hold a different piece of information.