👉 Fimbriating is a medical term that refers to the process by which cells in the body, particularly those found within the lining of the gut, begin to divide and grow. This occurs in response to specific stimuli such as nutrition or inflammation, causing these cells to become larger and more numerous. The fimbrial layer of the gut is composed of a network of cells called the villi that are lined with microvilli. These microvilli are filled with specialized substances called chitin,