1. of, relating to, or consisting of protoplasm
Usage: biology

Examples

• The protoplasmic contents of the cell were clearly visible under the microscope.
• Scientists studied the protoplasmic movement in the amoeba.
• The protoplasmic membrane controls what enters and exits the cell.
• Protoplasmic streaming helps distribute nutrients throughout the organism.
• The researcher observed protoplasmic changes during cell division.
• Protoplasmic activity increased when the temperature rose.