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Definition of motile in English: motileadjective ˈməʊtʌɪlˈmōˌtīl 1Zoology Botany
(of cells, gametes, and single-celled organisms) capable of motion. 〔动，植〕（细胞、配子和单细胞生物）能动的，游动的 males produce small motile gametes Example sentencesExamples - Finally, greater moisture availability would enhance transfer of motile gametes, thereby leading to more successful sporophyte development.
- From these data the proportion of motile cells was determined.
- Most are motile animals, but members of the order Stauromedusae are sessile.
- This has had a tremendous impact on fungal biology, because it means that no fungus can produce motile gametes, and two organisms must therefore come into direct physical contact to effect sexual reproduction.
- These nucleated, motile cells could be used to study membrane dynamics.
Synonyms in motion, operating, operational, working, going, on the move, active 2Psychology
Relating to or characterized by responses that involve muscular rather than audiovisual sensations. 〔心理〕（与）肌肉感觉反应（有关）的
Derivativesnoun məʊˈtɪlɪti Recent studies have revealed that the motility of this cell is based on a membrane motor that directly uses electrical energy. Example sentencesExamples - Sperm motility and progression were determined as described above.
- They affect the brain and nervous system, and have an effect on the motility, or movement, of the gut.
- Thus, it is safe to describe IBS as a problem of disordered bowel motility.
- Men experiencing psychological distress tend to produce less ejaculate with fewer sperm and lower motility.
OriginMid 19th century: from Latin motus 'motion', on the pattern of mobile. Definition of motile in US English: motileadjectiveˈmōˌtīl 1Botany Zoology
(of cells, gametes, and single-celled organisms) capable of motion. 〔动，植〕（细胞、配子和单细胞生物）能动的，游动的 males produce small motile gametes Example sentencesExamples - Most are motile animals, but members of the order Stauromedusae are sessile.
- From these data the proportion of motile cells was determined.
- This has had a tremendous impact on fungal biology, because it means that no fungus can produce motile gametes, and two organisms must therefore come into direct physical contact to effect sexual reproduction.
- These nucleated, motile cells could be used to study membrane dynamics.
- Finally, greater moisture availability would enhance transfer of motile gametes, thereby leading to more successful sporophyte development.
Synonyms in motion, operating, operational, working, going, on the move, active 2Psychology
Relating to or characterized by responses that involve muscular rather than audiovisual sensations. 〔心理〕（与）肌肉感觉反应（有关）的
OriginMid 19th century: from Latin motus ‘motion’, on the pattern of mobile. |