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villus

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/ˈvɪləs/

/ˈvɪləs/

noun

1 villus
2 tüy

Definition (English)

Tiny, finger-like projections lining the small intestine that increase surface area for absorption.
A fine, hair-like structure on plants or animals.

Example Sentences

Intestinal villi absorb nutrients.

Bağırsak villusları besinleri emer.
The plant has fine villi on its leaves.

Bitkinin yapraklarında ince tüyler vardır.

Synonyms

projection fold ridgepapilla

Collocations

intestinal villusvillus structurevillus surfacevillus absorptionvillus lining