Villus

/ˈvɪləs/
noun

A tiny, finger-like structure that sticks out from the lining of the small intestine and helps to absorb food.

The villus is responsible for absorbing nutrients in the digestive system.
Visual representation of "villus" - A tiny, finger-like structure that sticks out from the lining of the small intestine and helps to absorb food.

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noun

A tiny, finger-like structure that sticks out from the lining of the small intestine and helps to absorb food.

The villus is responsible for absorbing nutrients in the digestive system.
Visual representation of "villus" - A tiny, finger-like structure that sticks out from the lining of the small intestine and helps to absorb food.

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Formal

Technical

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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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Body Function

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

Illustration for Body Function
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.

Illustration for Biology Context
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'.

Illustration for Singular Form
A single damaged villus can affect nutrient absorption.
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Body Function

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

Illustration for Body Function
Each villus absorbs specific nutrients from the food we eat.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Biology Context

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

Illustration for Biology Context
During our anatomy class, we studied how a villus increases the surface area for absorption.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Singular Form

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

Illustration for Singular Form
A single damaged villus can affect nutrient absorption.
Visual representation of the word "Villus"

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