plasma

noun
UK: /ˈplæzmə/
US: /ˈplæzmə/

  1. The clear, yellowish fluid part of blood that carries blood cells.

    1. The doctor needs a sample of your plasma for tests.
    2. Blood plasma carries essential proteins and nutrients around the body.

  2. A gas that is heated to an extremely high temperature so that it contains electrons and ions.

    1. Plasma is used in some types of television screens.
    2. Scientists are studying plasma to create new energy sources.

Synonyms

serum cytoplasm
plasma transitive-verb

  1. To coat a surface with a plasma.

    1. The metal was plasma treated to improve its resistance.
    2. The company uses plasma to prepare the surfaces for painting.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "plasma" in English means: The clear, yellowish fluid part of blood that carries blood cells., A gas that is heated to an extremely high temperature so that it contains electrons and ions..

The phonetic transcription of "plasma" is /ˈplæzmə/ in British English and /ˈplæzmə/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "plasma": serum, cytoplasm.

Example usage of "plasma": "The doctor needs a sample of your plasma for tests.". More examples on the page.