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