Fibrous ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Fibrous ( adjective )

1. Consisting of or resembling fibers.
2. Composed of plant fibers.

Origin:

From late latin fibrosus, from latin fibra "fiber".

Examples:

1. The fibrous root system of a tree.
2. Fibrous vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower.
3. A fibrous band connecting bones.
4. A fibrous material used in construction.
5. A fibrous protein found in muscle tissue.

(As a noun)

Fibrous ( noun )

1. Consisting of or resembling fibers.
2. Composed of plant fibers.

Origin:

From late latin fibrosus, from latin fibra "fiber".

Examples:

1. The fibrous root system of a tree.
2. Fibrous vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower.
3. A fibrous band connecting bones.
4. A fibrous material used in construction.
5. A fibrous protein found in muscle tissue.