Synonyms of ciliate

Noun


1. ciliate, ciliated protozoan, ciliophoran, protozoan, protozoon

usage: a protozoan with a microscopic appendage extending from the surface of the cell

Adjective


1. ciliary, ciliate, cilial

usage: of or relating to cilia projecting from the surface of a cell

2. ciliary, ciliate

usage: of or relating to the human eyelash

3. ciliate, ciliated, rough (vs. smooth)

usage: having a margin or fringe of hairlike projections

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Definition and meaning of ciliate (Dictionary)