hair-like structures
nounUK /heə laɪk ˈstrʌktʃəz/
US /her laɪk ˈstrʌktʃərz/
Tiny things that look like thin hairs.
The microscope showed hair-like structures on the leaf.
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2. Small thread-like parts on cells that help them move or catch food.
The paramecium uses its hair-like structures to swim.
3. Thin strands on plant roots that soak up water.
Root hair-like structures help the plant drink from the soil.
4. Fine bristles on an insect's body that sense touch.
The bee's hair-like structures help it feel the flower.