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Villus

usgb/ˈvɪləs/Volume
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Body Function

The word 'villus' is used when discussing how the body processes food.

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Each villus absorbs specific nutrients from the food we eat.
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Biology Context

'Villus' is commonly found in biology texts or discussions related to the human anatomy.

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During our anatomy class, we studied how a villus increases the surface area for absorption.
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Singular Form

'Villus' refers to a single structure, while the plural is 'villi'.

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A single damaged villus can affect nutrient absorption.
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