What is another word for phagocyte?
Pronunciation: [fˈaɡəsˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
The word phagocyte refers to a cell that is capable of engulfing and digesting bacteria, cellular debris, and other foreign particles. There are a few different synonyms for this term, including macrophage, monocyte, and neutrophil. Macrophages are large immune cells that are found in tissues throughout the body and play a key role in phagocytosis. Monocytes are a type of white blood cell that can differentiate into macrophages or dendritic cells. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is especially effective at phagocytizing bacterial pathogens. All of these cells are important components of the immune system's response to infection and tissue damage.
