What is another word for phagocytosis?
Pronunciation: [fˌaɡəsɪtˈə͡ʊsɪs] (IPA) 
Phagocytosis is a scientific term used to describe the process by which a cell engulfs other cells or particles. There are several synonyms for phagocytosis, including "cellular ingestion," "cellular eating," and "cellular engulfment." Other terms that are often used interchangeably with phagocytosis include "endocytosis," "pinocytosis," and "macropinocytosis." These terms refer to related cellular processes that involve the uptake of materials into a cell, but they differ in the specific types of particles that are taken up and in the mechanisms involved. Whether referred to as phagocytosis or one of its many synonyms, this process is essential to many biological systems, as it allows cells to obtain nutrients, defend against pathogens, and perform a variety of other functions.
