Fibril: meaning, definitions and examples

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fibril

 

[ หˆfaษชbrษชl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biological structure

A fibril is a small or fine fiber, usually one that is part of a larger structure. In biological terms, fibrils often refer to the minute fibers that make up tissues, such as muscle or collagen fibers. They are essential for maintaining the structural integrity and function of various biological tissues. Fibrils can be found in both plant and animal cells and play crucial roles in processes such as cell signaling and mechanical support.

Synonyms

fiber, filament, strand

Examples of usage

  • Muscle fibrils contract during movement.
  • Collagen fibrils provide strength to the skin.
  • Fibrils help in the organization of cellular components.

Translations

Translations of the word "fibril" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fibrila

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเคพเค‡เคฌเฅเคฐเฅ€เคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fibrille

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ fibril

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ั–ะฑั€ะธะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fibryla

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚ฃใƒ–ใƒชใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fibrille

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fibrilla

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fibril

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”ผ๋ธŒ๋ฆด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู„ูŠุงู ุฏู‚ูŠู‚ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fibrila

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fibrila

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็บค็ปด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fibrila

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรญbril

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะธะฑั€ะธะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ˜แƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fibril

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fibrilla

Etymology

The word 'fibril' is derived from the Latin word 'fibrilla', which is a diminutive form of 'fibra', meaning fiber. This etymology points to the small size of fibrils in comparison to larger fibers. The term began to be used in the English language in the mid-19th century. In scientific contexts, the word has become associated with various fields, including biology and materials science, where it describes minute structures critical for the function and stability of biological and synthetic materials. As research advanced, especially in the areas of biochemistry and molecular biology, the understanding of fibrils has expanded, emphasizing their role in processes such as cell communication and the formation of tissues.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,078 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.