Choanocyte
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Choanocyte is a noun meaning (cytology) any of the cells in sponges that contain a flagellum, and are used to control the movement of water.
Meaning
(cytology) any of the cells in sponges that contain a flagellum, and are used to control the movement of water.
Word Forms
- choanocytes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include choanosome, choanoderm, choanoblast, choanomastigote, choanoflagellate, leucon.
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