noun
intestinal villus
Anatomical term for the tiny finger-like projections lining the small intestine that absorb nutrients.
See also: 絨毛
小腸の柔突起は栄養の吸収面積を増やしている。
The intestinal villi increase the surface area for nutrient absorption.
noun
Botanical term for a fine hair-like outgrowth on plants, such as on leaves or stems.
この植物の葉の表面には柔突起が密生している。
The surface of this plant's leaves is densely covered with villi.