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1. (n.) mitochondrion
an organelle in the cell cytoplasm that has its own DNA, inherited solely from the maternal line, and that produces enzymes essential for energy metabolism.

Etymology: (1900–05; < Gk míto(s) thread +chóndrion small grain)

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1. (noun) mitochondrion, chondriosome
an organelle containing enzymes responsible for producing energy

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