semicolumnar (Meaning)
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semicolumnar (a.)
Like a semicolumn; flat on one side and round on the other; imperfectly columnar.
Synonyms & Antonyms of semicolumnar
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semicolumnar Sentence Examples
- The epithelial cells lining the small intestine display a semicolumnar arrangement, providing a large surface area for absorption.
- The semicolumnar epithelium of the nasal cavity traps foreign particles and aids in mucus production.
- The cells of the endometrial lining during the menstrual cycle undergo a semicolumnar transformation, preparing for implantation.
- The semicolumnar architecture of the gall bladder mucosa ensures efficient bile storage and release.
- The semicolumnar lining of the uterine cervix provides a protective barrier against infection.
- The intercalated ducts within the pancreas exhibit a semicolumnar morphology, secreting bicarbonate to neutralize gastric acid.
- The semicolumnar epithelium of the conjunctival membrane forms a transparent layer over the eye, protecting it from external irritants.
- The proximal convoluted tubules of the kidney feature a semicolumnar epithelium for enhanced reabsorption.
- The semicolumnar cells lining the epididymis facilitate sperm maturation and transport.
- The respiratory epithelium is characterized by a combination of ciliated and semicolumnar cells, aiding in mucus production and particle clearance.
FAQs About the word semicolumnar
Like a semicolumn; flat on one side and round on the other; imperfectly columnar.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The epithelial cells lining the small intestine display a semicolumnar arrangement, providing a large surface area for absorption.
The semicolumnar epithelium of the nasal cavity traps foreign particles and aids in mucus production.
The cells of the endometrial lining during the menstrual cycle undergo a semicolumnar transformation, preparing for implantation.
The semicolumnar architecture of the gall bladder mucosa ensures efficient bile storage and release.
