tissue

• Substantivo que designa um tecido biológico, conjunto de células com função semelhante, ou um lenço de papel macio e descartável usado para limpar o nariz ou a pele.

A noun with two primary meanings: a collection of cells in an organism that perform a specific function, or a soft, thin, absorbent paper used for cleaning or wrapping.

1. Biological tissueB2formalmedical

   A group of cells in an organism that have a similar structure and function.

   Tecido

   • Muscle tissue is essential for movement.
   • The doctor examined the tissue sample under a microscope.
   • Connective tissue supports and binds other tissues together.

2. Disposable paperA1informal

   A thin, soft, absorbent paper used for cleaning or wiping.

   Lenço de papel

   • She grabbed a tissue to wipe her nose.
   • Can you pass me a tissue? I spilled some coffee.
   • He always carries a pack of tissues in his bag.

   Sinônimosfacial tissuekleenex

3. Thin paper for wrappingB1formal

   A thin, delicate paper used for wrapping fragile items or for decoration.

   Papel de seda para embrulho

   • The gift was wrapped in colorful tissue paper.
   • She carefully placed the glassware in tissue for protection.
   • Tissue paper is often used in gift bags.

   Sinônimostissue paper