1. the presence or arrangement of cilia on a cell or organism
Usage: biology term; technical
2. the process of forming or developing cilia
Usage: biology term; technical

Examples

• The ciliation of the epithelial cells helps move mucus through the respiratory tract.
• Under the microscope, the researcher observed the ciliation pattern of the paramecium.
• Proper ciliation is essential for the organism's ability to move through fluid environments.
• The loss of ciliation in certain cells can lead to respiratory problems.
• Ciliation begins during the early stages of cell differentiation.