villosity

noun

vil·​los·​i·​ty
viˈläsətē
plural -es
1
: the state of being villous
2
a
: villus
b
: a villous patch or area
3
: a coating of long slender hairs

Word History

Etymology

villose + -ity

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“Villosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/villosity. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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