Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cilio
Noun
/ˈsɪl.i.oʊ/
Definition
A hair or a series of hairs, especially when forming a fringe-like structure.
Examples
- The cilia on the surface of the cells help to move mucus out of the lungs.
- In some organisms, cilia are used for locomotion in water.
- The ciliary body in the eye controls the shape of the lens.
Meaning
In biology, ‘cilio’ refers to a small hair-like structure on the surface of some cells, which often helps with movement or sensing the environment.
Synonyms
- cilia
- hair
- flagellum