Cellulosed

/ˈsɛljuːloʊst/ adjective

Definition

Containing or rich in cellulose.

Etymology

From cellulose (from cellula meaning small cell in Latin, referring to the cell structure of plants) + -ed (having the quality of). Forms an adjective meaning composed of or containing cellulose.

Kelly Says

Plants are basically cellulosed beings—every plant cell wall is packed with this tough fiber, which is why plants can stand up straight and trees can grow so tall!

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