cilium; cilia
Biological term for the microscopic hair-like structures on cells.
fine hairs
General term for very fine, hair-like structures, not necessarily microscopic. Often used in botanical or zoological contexts.
Fine hairs grow on the stem of this plant.
Cilia are tiny hair-like structures on the surface of cells.
The cilia in the trachea work to carry foreign substances out.
Trichoplax adhaerens
ciliary movement
From 繊 (fine, slender) + 毛 (hair). The term is a direct kanji compound describing fine hair-like structures.