fimbriae Meaning & Definition
/ˈfɪm.bɹi.i/
What Does Fimbriae Mean?
As a noun, fimbriae means plural of fimbria.
Fimbriae in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈfɪm.bɹi.i/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Synonyms | pilus |
Fimbriae Definition (Noun)
- plural of fimbria
Noun
- Any anatomical structure in the form of a fringe, but especially that around the ovarian end of the Fallopian tube.
- Hairlike appendage found on the cell surface of many bacteria; used by the bacteria to adhere to one another, to animal cells and to some inanimate objects.
Synonyms of Fimbriae
Fimbriae synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
fimbriae
How to Pronounce Fimbriae
Fimbriae is pronounced /ˈfɪm.bɹi.i/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (fɪm).