tissue (n.)

  1. part of an organism consisting of an aggregate of cells having a similar structure and function

  2. a soft thin (usually translucent) paper

    [ Syn: tissue paper ]

    tissue (v.)

  1. create a piece of cloth by interlacing strands of fabric, such as wool or cotton; tissue textiles

    [ Syn: weave ]

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