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cilial

/ˈsɪl.i.əl/

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adjective

/ˈsɪl.i.əl/formalmedicalobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее прилагательное, относящееся к ресницам или похожее на них, или относящееся к ресничкам (микроскопическим волосковидным структурам).

An obsolete adjective relating to or resembling eyelashes, or pertaining to the cilia (microscopic hair-like structures).

  1. Relating to ciliaC2formalscientific

    Of or pertaining to cilia, the tiny hair-like projections on the surface of certain cells.

    ruРесничный

    • The cilial movement helps to move mucus in the respiratory tract.
    • Cilial structures are essential for the locomotion of some single-celled organisms.
    • Damage to cilial cells can lead to respiratory problems.

    Synonymsciliary