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Cilium
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Meanings of Cilium
Noun
- Tiny hair-like parts on plants that help them feel or move.
- A small hair on a cell that helps it move or sense things around it.
- A fine hair found on the wings of insects.
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Translations for the word: Cilium
hindi
किलियम
kiliyām
किलियम
kiliyām
छोटा किलियम
chhoṭā kiliyām
Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Cilium
What does 'cilium' mean?
A cilium is a tiny hair-like structure on the surface of some cells. It helps the cell move or push things away.
How do you pronounce 'cilium'?
You pronounce 'cilium' like this: 'SIL-ee-um'.
What is the origin of the word 'cilium'?
The word 'cilium' comes from Latin, where it means 'eyelash' or 'small hair'.
What is the meaning of 'cilium' in Kannada?
The word 'cilium' in Kannada is 'ಕಿಲಿಯಮ್' (Kiliyām).