villus
US /ˈvɪl.əs/
UK /ˈvɪl.əs/
名词
绒毛
any of the minute finger-shaped processes of the mucous membrane of the small intestine that increase the surface area for absorption of nutrients
示例:
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The intestinal villus plays a crucial role in nutrient absorption.
肠道绒毛在营养吸收中起着关键作用。
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Each villus contains a network of capillaries and a lacteal.
每个绒毛都包含毛细血管网络和乳糜管。