The Open Dictionary

tissue

noun

UK/ˈtɪʃ.uː/
US/ˈtɪʃ.uː/

Definitions of tissue noun

biology

  1. Uncountable

    A group of connected cells in an animal or plant that are similar to each other, perform the same function, and constitute a specific part of the organism.

    • The pathologist examined the human tissue under a microscope.

    • The botanist analyzed the plant tissue to understand its structure and function.

    • The MRI scan revealed abnormalities in the brain tissue.

material

  1. B1CountableUncountable

    Soft, disposable paper used for cleaning, particularly the nose, or a small piece of this type of paper.

    • I use a lot of tissues when I have a cold.

    • He offered me a tissue because I sneezed.

    • Could you hand me a tissue to wipe up the spilled coffee?

  2. Uncountable

    Thin, light paper often used for wrapping fragile items.

    • She carefully wrapped the glass ornaments in tissue paper.

    • I packed the delicate plates with tissue paper.

    • The shoes were wrapped in tissue paper to prevent scratches.