Pilus
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pilus is a noun meaning (biology) A hair.
Meaning
(biology) A hair.
More Meanings
- (microbiology) A hairlike appendage found on the cell surface of many bacteria.
- (biochemistry) A bacterial protein that has several biochemical functions.
Word Forms
- pili
Synonyms for pilus
Depending on context, synonyms include fimbria.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include spicule, pillicock, spiculum, pillarlet, hairpin, penicil.
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