Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Pilus.
Pilus - as a noun
Any of the cylindrical filaments characteristically growing from the epidermis of a mammal
Example: "There is a hair in my soup"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hair7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
filament13filum10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hairlike structure especially on the surface of a cell or microorganism
Example Sentences
"The pilus helps bacteria attach to surfaces."
"The pilus acts as a sensory organ for bacteria."
"The pilus allows bacteria to move across solid surfaces."
"The pilus is composed of protein subunits."
"The pilus mediates the transfer of genetic material."
Word Game Points
Is PILUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pilus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PILUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is PILUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pilus is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPILUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is PILUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pilus is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPILUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
