Definition of Pili

1. Noun. (plural of pilus) ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Pili

1. a Philippine tree [n -S]

Medical Definition of Pili

1. Thread-like structures present on some bacteria. Pili are shorter thanflagella and are used to adhere bacteria to oneanother during mating and to adhere to animal cells. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pili

pilfery
pilgarlic
pilgarlick
pilgarlics
pilgrim
pilgrim's journey
pilgrimage
pilgrimaged
pilgrimages
pilgrimaging
pilgrimize
pilgrimized
pilgrimizes
pilgrimizing
pilgrims
pili (current term)
pili annulati
pilicide
pilicides
pilidia
pilidium
pilifera
piliferous
piliferous cyst
piliform
piligerous
pilimiction
piling
piling unmerchantable material

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