sickle cell

noun

: an abnormal red blood cell of crescent shape

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The event is meant to spotlight the need for a more diverse blood supply, which is critical for patients with conditions like sickle cell disease. Desiree Evans, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026 Travail With Us will host two sickle cell awareness events. Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026 Maryland lawmakers have the power to stand up for the thousands of sickle cell warriors. Teanika D. Hoffman, Baltimore Sun, 21 Mar. 2026 Their older brother, Carmani Boozer, was born with sickle cell anemia but through IVF his genetic matches were found in his twin brothers and was the eventual cure for his disease, ESPN reported. Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sickle cell

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1923, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sickle cell was circa 1923

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“Sickle cell.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sickle%20cell. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

sickle cell

noun
: an abnormal red blood cell that is crescent-shaped

Medical Definition

sickle cell

noun
1
: an abnormal rigid, sticky red blood cell of crescent shape
2
: a condition characterized by sickle cells : sickle cell anemia, sickle-cell trait
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