motile
UK/'mәutail/US
GREC2
Definitions
adj.
Capable of moving on its own, especially of cells or microorganisms
能自主运动的（尤指细胞或微生物）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedmot (move) + -ile (capable of) = 'able to move.' A biology term for cells or organisms that move under their own power.
Root mov still carries 92 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.motile bacteria能动细菌
- 2.motile organism能动生物
- 3.motile sperm活跃精子
Example Sentences
- 1.
Motile bacteria use tiny tails to swim through liquid.
- 2.
Healthy sperm are highly motile.