pilus

[US]/ˈpaɪləs/
[UK]/ˈpaɪləs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.(a hair-like structure on the surface of a cell or microorganism)
Word Forms
Pluralpiluss

Phrases & Collocations

hair pilus

bacterial pilus

flagellar pilus

fimbrial pilus

sex pilus

type iv pilus

adhesive pilus

extracellular pilus

Example Sentences

the bacterium uses a pilus to attach to surfaces.

pilus formation is crucial for bacterial conjugation.

researchers study the role of pilus in infection.

a single pilus can facilitate genetic exchange.

pilus structures are important for biofilm development.

the presence of pilus enhances bacterial virulence.

scientists are exploring how pilus contributes to antibiotic resistance.

pilus can also play a role in cell signaling.

studying pilus can help develop new treatment strategies.

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