filamentous

[fɪˈlæməntəs]

filamentous Definition

  • 1having or consisting of filaments, threadlike structures
  • 2resembling or forming filaments

Using filamentous: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "filamentous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The fungus produces a filamentous growth.

  • Example

    The plant has a filamentous stem.

  • Example

    The bacteria form a filamentous colony.

  • Example

    The artist created a filamentous sculpture.

filamentous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for filamentous

Phrases with filamentous

  • a type of algae that forms long, threadlike strands

    Example

    The lake is covered with filamentous algae.

  • a type of fungi that produces threadlike structures called hyphae

    Example

    The bread mold is caused by filamentous fungi.

  • a type of virus that has a filamentous shape

    Example

    The Ebola virus is a filamentous virus.

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Summary: filamentous in Brief

'Filamentous' [fɪˈlæməntəs] describes something that has or consists of filaments, threadlike structures. It can refer to the growth of fungi, plants, or bacteria, as in 'The fungus produces a filamentous growth.' 'Filamentous' can also describe an art form, as in 'The artist created a filamentous sculpture.'