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papilla

UK
/pəˈpɪlə/
US
/pəˈpɪlə/

Translations

papillanoun
papillae
pl
UK
/pəˈpɪlə/
US
/pəˈpɪlə/
The taste buds are located on the papillae of the tongue.
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Additional translations
сосок
папиллома
Synonyms
nipple
projection
bud
protuberance

Definitions

papillanoun
A small, nipple-like projection or elevation on a surface, particularly on the tongue or skin.
The taste buds are located on the papillae of the tongue.
A small, rounded protuberance on a plant or animal, often involved in sensory or glandular functions.
The papillae on the leaf surface help in water absorption.
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