microvillus
A microscopic cellular membrane protrusion that increases surface area, especially in the small intestine and kidney. Technical biology term.
Microvilli are densely packed on the epithelial cells of the small intestine.
微絨毛は栄養吸収の表面積を増やす役割を持つ。
Microvilli serve to increase the surface area for nutrient absorption.
From 微 (micro-) + 絨毛 (villus). A modern scientific compound.