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Definition of Villus

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Villus: 1. A tiny finger-like or hair-like projection. 2. A small vascular protrusion.
Villus is the Latin word for shaggy hair or fleece. The plural is villi.