Ciliate
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪlɪət/
Ciliate (noun)
- A single-celled organism with tiny hair-like structures used for movement.
Examples
- The ciliate moves swiftly in the water.
- Scientists study ciliates to understand cellular processes.
Common collocations: study ciliates, ciliate species, observe ciliates, ciliate surface, ciliate movement
Ciliate (adjective)
- Having tiny hair-like structures on the surface.
Examples
- The ciliate surface helps the organism move.
- Ciliate structures can be seen under a microscope.