microvilli
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/ˌmaɪkroʊˈvɛli/
/ˈmaɪkrəʊˌvɪlaɪ/
GeneralBiology
- 1 mikrovillus, mikrovilli
Definition (English)
Tiny finger-like parts on the surface of some cells that help them absorb substances.
Example Sentences
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Microvilli on intestinal cells help the body absorb nutrients.Bağırsak hücrelerindeki mikrovilluslar vücudun besinleri emmesine yardımcı olur.
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Under a strong microscope, the microvilli look like tiny brushes.Güçlü bir mikroskop altında mikrovilluslar minik fırçalar gibi görünür.
Collocations
microvilli structuremicrovilli functionmicrovilli surfacemicrovilli absorptionmicrovilli increase