Fimbrilliferous

/fɪmˌbrɪlˈɪfərəs/ adjective

Definition

Bearing or producing fimbrillae; having the characteristic of bearing small fringe-like structures or appendages.

Etymology

Compound of fimbrilla and Latin -ferous meaning 'bearing' or 'carrying.' This technical term combines scientific Latin roots to describe organisms with fimbrillae as an inherent characteristic.

Kelly Says

This word literally means 'fimbrilla-bearing,' so when you see it, you know you're looking at something with tiny fringe decorations on a microscopic level—nature's way of adding handles!

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