Cnidocyte
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cnidocyte is a noun meaning (biology) A capsule, in certain cnidarians, containing a barbed, string-like tube that transfers a paralyzing sting.
Meaning
(biology) A capsule, in certain cnidarians, containing a barbed, string-like tube that transfers a paralyzing sting.
More Meanings
- (biology) A jellyfish tentacle.
Word Forms
- cnidocytes
Synonyms for cnidocyte
Depending on context, synonyms include nematocyst, cnidoblast, lappet.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nematocyst, cnidoblast, cnidophore, cnidopod, cnidocell, cnidocil.
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