: a stria of microvilli on the plasma membrane of an epithelial cell (as in a kidney tubule) that is specialized for absorption
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebSpoon 1 heaping tablespoon cranberry mixture in center of each rectangle on sheet, leaving 1/2-inch border around edges. Lightly brush border with some egg. The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, 28 Oct. 2019
Word History
First Known Use
1903, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
brush border
noun
ˌbrəsh-
: a stria of microvilli on the plasma membrane of an epithelial cell (as in a kidney tubule) that is specialized for absorption