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CILIA

(noun)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Cilia.

Cilia - as a noun

Hairs or similar protrusions along the margin of a plant organ.

A hairlike organelle projecting from a eukaryotic cell (such as a unicellular organism or one cell of a multicelled organism). these structures serve either for locomotion by moving or as sensors.

One of the fine hairs along an insect's wing.

Example Sentences

"The cilia in my respiratory system help to move mucus out of my lungs."
"Paramecia use their cilia to propel themselves through water."
"The cilia on the surface of the cell help in its locomotion."
"Certain medications can affect the movement of cilia in the body."
"The cilia in my nose help to filter out dust and other particles."
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Word Game Points

Is CILIA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cilia is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CILIA has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is CILIA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cilia is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CILIA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is CILIA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cilia is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CILIA has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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