Definition

Having a surface that is covered with soft, hair-like structures or projections, often found in biological contexts.

Example

The villous surface of the plant helps it absorb more moisture from the air.

Conversation

Did you see that plant with the villous leaves at the garden center?

Yeah, it looked really interesting and fluffy!

I love how the villous texture makes it stand out among the other plants.

Definitely! It gives it such a unique look.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Villous → It is derived from "villus" (meaning hair or tuft) in Latin, which refers to a hair-like structure. The suffix "-ous" (meaning full of) indicates that something is characterized by or full of hair-like structures. Thus, "villous" describes something that is covered with or has many hair-like projections.

Memory Tip

Think of 'villus' meaning hair or tuft, and remember that 'villous' describes something that is full of hair-like structures.

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