der Antikörper
Translation
antibody
Examples
Das Immunsystem produziert Antikörper.
The immune system produces antibodies.
Ein Test kann Antikörper im Blut nachweisen.
A test can detect antibodies in the blood.
Grammar Patterns
Antikörper produzieren/bilden to produce antibodies Der Körper bildet Antikörper.
Similar Words
Abwehrstoff (defensive substance)
Etymology
Composed of 'Anti-' (against) and 'Körper' (body). It literally means 'against-body', referring to a body that fights pathogens.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Anti' (like in English) + 'Körper' (body). It's a 'body' that is 'anti' or against invaders.