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ap·​i·​co·​bas·​al | \ ¦apə̇(ˌ)kō¦-, ¦āp- \

Definition of apicobasal

: of or relating to apex and base an apicobasal axis

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History and Etymology for apicobasal

apic- + basal

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“Apicobasal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/apicobasal. Accessed 23 Jul. 2021.

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