Meaning of the word plasma in English

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plasma

US /ˈplæz.mə/
UK /ˈplæz.mə/
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Noun

1.

the colorless fluid part of blood, lymph, or milk, in which corpuscles or fat globules are suspended.

Example:
The doctor ordered a plasma transfusion for the patient.
Donating plasma is a way to help others.
2.

an ionized gas consisting of positive ions and free electrons in proportions sufficient to neutralize the total charge, usually at temperatures too high for ordinary matter to exist.

Example:
The sun is composed primarily of plasma.
Scientists are studying plasma for potential use in fusion energy.
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