ciliate

• Adjectif décrivant ce qui possède des cils ou des structures ciliaires, notamment en biologie pour des cellules ou des organismes munis de cils vibratiles. Se dit aussi en anatomie de ce qui se rapporte aux cils de l'œil.

Describes something that has cilia, which are tiny hair-like structures, often used in biological contexts.

1. C1formalscientific

   Of or relating to cilia, which are tiny hair-like structures projecting from the surface of a cell.

   cilié

   • The ciliate cells line the respiratory tract and help move mucus.
   • Ciliate movement is essential for certain single-celled organisms.
   • The microscope revealed a ciliate surface on the protozoan.

   Synonymescilialciliary

2. Relating to eyelashesC2formalmedical

   Of or relating to the human eyelash.

   Ciliaire (relatif aux cils)

   • The ciliate margin of the eyelid protects the eye from debris.
   • Ciliate infections can sometimes affect the eyelash follicles.
   • The doctor examined the ciliate region for signs of inflammation.

   Synonymesciliary

3. Having hair-like projectionsC1formalscientific

   Having a margin or fringe of hairlike projections, often used in botany and zoology.

   cilié

   • The leaf has a ciliate edge, with tiny hairs along the margin.
   • Many ciliate organisms use their projections for feeding and locomotion.
   • The ciliate fringe on the insect's leg helps it grip surfaces.

   Synonymesciliatedfringedhairypilosepubescent

• Nom désignant un micro-organisme unicellulaire du groupe des protozoaires, caractérisé par la présence de cils, de fins prolongements membranaires servant à la locomotion et à la capture de nourriture.

A noun referring to a type of protozoan characterized by the presence of cilia, which are microscopic hair-like appendages extending from the cell surface used for movement and feeding.

1. Protozoan with ciliaC1formalscientific

   A single-celled organism belonging to the phylum Ciliophora, characterized by the presence of hair-like structures called cilia on its surface, used for movement and feeding.

   Protozoaire cilié

   • Paramecium is a well-known example of a ciliate.
   • Ciliates are often found in freshwater environments.
   • The ciliate uses its cilia to sweep food particles into its mouth.

   Synonymesciliophoran