papillae

Noun

Plural form of 'papilla'. Small, rounded protuberances on parts or organs of the body, often related to the sense of touch or taste.

ریشه

Plural form of 'papilla'.

مثال

• The cat's tongue has rough papillae that aid in grooming.
• The taste buds are located on the papillae of the tongue.
• The doctor examined the patient's papillae during the check-up.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Taste papillae Tongue papillae Finger papillae Examine papillae