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ciliate

ciliate

9.9
On or near the eyelashes of the eye
  • adjective
  • /ˈsɪliˌeɪt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : cilio
  • She has long, ciliate eyelashes that frame her eyes beautifully.

Examples

  • The dermatologist examined the ciliate margin of the eyelid for signs of infection.

  • The ciliate structure of the eyelash helps protect the eye.

  • Damage to the ciliate structures can sometimes affect vision or eye health.

  • The technician noted that the ciliate follicles were inflamed during the inspection.

  • She has long, ciliate eyelashes that frame her eyes beautifully.

  • The dermatologist examined the ciliate margin of the eyelid for signs of infection.

  • Damage to the ciliate structures can sometimes affect vision or eye health.

Synonyms

ciliary
vsciliate
  • Specialized
9.9

Relating to eyelashes or small hair-like parts near the eye

is limited to human eyelashes rather than broader anatomical structures
ciliated
vsciliate
  • Specialized
8.2

Having many small hairs on a surface, like some cells, that move things

refers to eyelashes rather than microscopic hairlike structures on cells

Surface Forms

ciliate positive

Morphology

ciliate = cilium (semi-transparent) = cili + ate

Formed from the combining form 'cili-' (from cilium) plus -ate; the medical/technical combining form and specialized meaning may be unfamiliar to learners.

Etymology

The word ciliate comes from the Latin cilium, which means 'eyelash'. So ciliate can describe parts of the eye or eyelid that have or are like eyelashes.