fimbria

[ˈfɪmbriə]

fimbria Definition

a fringe or border of tissue, especially the small, finger-like projections at the end of the fallopian tubes.

Using fimbria: Examples

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  • Example

    The fimbria are responsible for capturing the egg released from the ovary.

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    The fimbria are also known as fimbriae.

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Summary: fimbria in Brief

The term 'fimbria' [ˈfɪmbriə] refers to a fringe or border of tissue, particularly the small, finger-like projections at the end of the fallopian tubes. These structures are responsible for capturing the egg released from the ovary and are also known as fimbriae.