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microfilament

[ mahy-kruh-fil-uh-muhnt ]

noun

Cell Biology.
  1. a minute, narrow tubelike cell structure composed of a protein similar to actin, occurring singly and in bundles, involved in cytoplasmic movement and changes in cell shape.


microfilament

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noun

  1. thin filament, composed of the protein actin and associated proteins, that occurs abundantly in muscle and in the cytoplasm of other cells
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Other ˜yÐÄvlog Forms

  • ³¾¾±Â·³¦°ù´Ç·´Ú¾±±ô·²¹Â·³¾±ð²Ô·³Ù´Ç³Ü²õ [mahy-kroh-fil-, uh, -, men, -t, uh, s], adjective
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of microfilament1

First recorded in 1960–65; micro- + filament
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In tuna longlining, the ship uses a line made of thick microfilament, sometimes stretching as long as 40 miles, with baited hooks attached at intervals.

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But the DHS drone to be tested at the golf club will be tethered using a microfilament cable, which connects it to a power source.

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It is equipped with optical and infrared cameras and will be physically linked via a microfilament tether to a power source.

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The drone has electro-optical and infrared cameras to look for potential threats and is on a microfilament tether that provides power to the craft.

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The drone has electro-optical and infrared cameras to look for potential threats and is on a microfilament tether that provides power to the craft.

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