Definition

A collection of tiny hair-like structures that can be found on the surface of certain cells or organisms, often used for movement or sensing the environment.

Example

The ciliation of the cell helps it to move through the water.

Conversation

I was reading about ciliation in biology class today.

Oh really? What did you learn about it?

It’s fascinating how those tiny hairs can help organisms move.

Yeah, cilia play such an important role in many living things!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ciliation is formed from "cilium" (from Latin, meaning eyelash or small hair) and the suffix "-ation" (meaning the action or process of). The word refers to the process or condition of having cilia, which are hair-like structures that can be found on certain cells.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cilium' meaning a small hair or eyelash, which helps you remember that 'cilitation' refers to the process involving these hair-like structures.

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