typhlosole

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English

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Etymology

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From typhl- (blind, caecum) +‎ Ancient Greek σωλήν (sōlḗn, channel, pipe).

Noun

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typhlosole (plural typhlosoles)

  1. (anatomy) A fold in the surface of the intestines of some invertebrates etc that increases its digestive surface area.