ciliate

• Refere-se a algo que possui cílios — pequenas estruturas filamentosas semelhantes a pelos, frequentemente usado em contexto biológico. Também pode designar um organismo ou célula que apresenta essas estruturas.

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.

   ciliar

   • 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.

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2. Relating to eyelashesC2formalmedical

   Of or relating to the human eyelash.

   Ciliar

   • 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.

   Sinônimosciliary

3. Having hair-like projectionsC1formalscientific

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

   ciliado

   • 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.

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• Substantivo que designa um tipo de protozoário caracterizado pela presença de cílios — apêndices microscópicos semelhantes a pelos que se projetam da superfície da célula e são usados para locomoção e alimentação.

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.

   Ciliado

   • 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.

   Sinônimosciliophoran