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villus

/ˈvɪl.əs/

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noun

/ˈvɪl.əs/C2formalmedical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее мельчайший волосовидный вырост на поверхности слизистой оболочки, например, в тонком кишечнике, который способствует всасыванию.

A noun referring to a minute, hair-like projection found on the surface of a mucous membrane, such as in the small intestine, where it aids in absorption.

  1. C1formalmedical

    A small, finger-like projection found on the inner lining of the small intestine, which increases surface area for nutrient absorption.

    ruВорсинка

    • The villi in the small intestine help absorb digested food.
    • Damage to the villi can cause malabsorption issues.
    • Each villus contains a network of blood capillaries.
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  • villi's possessive plural form
  • villus's possessive singular form