villus
Pronunciation: /ˈvɪləs/
The English word “villus” has 2 meanings listed here.
noun
- A small projection from a membrane, particularly those found in the mucous membranes of the intestines.
- One of the fine soft hairs on fruits, flowers, and other parts of plants.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin villus (“shaggy hair”).
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