Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
villous
Adjective
/ˈvɪləs/

Definition
Covered with villi or hair-like structures.

Examples
- The villous surface of the intestine increases its absorption capacity.
- In certain plants, the villous leaves help in trapping moisture from the air.

Meaning
Describing a surface that has a dense covering of small projections or hair-like filaments.

Synonyms
- Hairy
- Furry
- Fibrous