생체 내의 작은 주머니 모양의 기관이나 조직.
A small secretory cavity, sac, or gland in the body, especially the one that surrounds the root of a hair or contains a developing egg.
예문:
"The dermatologist explained that the hair follicle was inflamed."
"Each ovarian follicle has the potential to release an egg during ovulation."
하나의 심피에서 생기며 익으면 한 줄로 터지는 열매.
A dry fruit formed from a single carpel that splits open along one side to release seeds.
예문:
"The peony fruit is a follicle that splits along a single suture."
"A follicle differs from a legume because it only opens on one side."
곤충의 유충이 번데기가 될 때 만드는 보호용 주머니.
A small protective case or cocoon produced by certain insects.
예문:
"The caterpillar constructed a sturdy follicle before entering the pupal stage."
"The silk harvested from the follicle was of exceptionally high quality."