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ciliary

/ˈsɪl.i.ər.i/

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adjective

/ˈsɪl.i.ər.i/C2formalmedical
  • ruОтносящийся к ресничкам (волосковидным структурам) или ресничному телу глаза.

Relating to the cilia (hair-like structures) or the ciliary body of the eye.

  1. Relating to the eye's ciliary bodyC1formalmedical

    Pertaining to the ciliary body, a part of the eye that produces aqueous humor and helps control lens shape for focusing.

    ruРесничный

    • The ciliary muscle contracts to change the shape of the lens.
    • Ciliary processes secrete the fluid that fills the front of the eye.
    • Damage to the ciliary body can affect vision.
  2. Relating to cellular ciliaC1formalmedical

    Pertaining to cilia, which are tiny hair-like projections on the surface of many types of cells.

    ruРесничный

    • Ciliary movement helps move mucus through the respiratory tract.
    • The ciliary lining of the fallopian tubes helps transport the egg.
    • Certain genetic disorders affect ciliary function.

    Synonymscilial

  3. Relating to eyelashesC2formal

    Pertaining to the eyelashes, the short hairs that grow on the edge of the eyelid.

    ruРесничный

    • The ciliary margin of the eyelid is where the eyelashes grow.
    • Ciliary follicles can become infected, causing a stye.
    • Eyelash extensions are applied to the ciliary line.

    Synonymscilial

Forms
  • more ciliary comparative form
  • most ciliary superlative form