Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Filum.
Filum - as a noun
A threadlike structure (as a chainlike series of cells)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
filamentHypernyms (Closely Related)
anatomical structurebodily structurebody structurecomplex body partstructureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The filum of a spider is extremely thin and delicate."
"Microbats use a stretchy filum to navigate in the dark."
"The filum terminale is a long, slender filament that extends from the bottom of the spinal cord."
"Under the microscope, the filum of certain algae appears as a string of beads."
"The filum of a sewing thread is typically made of cotton or polyester."
Word Game Points
Is FILUM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, filum is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FILUM has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is FILUM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, filum is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFILUM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is FILUM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, filum is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFILUM has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.