FIMBRIAE
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There are 2 meanings of the word
Fimbriae.
Fimbriae - as a 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.
Example Sentences
"The fimbriae of the fallopian tubes help to guide the ovum into the uterus."
"Bacteria use fimbriae to adhere to surfaces and colonize."
"The fimbriae of the auditory hair cells are responsible for detecting sound vibrations."
"Pili and fimbriae are similar in structure but have different functions in bacteria."
"The fimbriae of the SARS-CoV-2 virus play a role in attaching to human cells."
Word Game Points
Is FIMBRIAE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fimbriae is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FIMBRIAE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is FIMBRIAE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fimbriae is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFIMBRIAE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is FIMBRIAE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fimbriae is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFIMBRIAE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
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