Epiphragm
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɛpɪfɹæm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Epiphragm is a noun meaning (zoology) A dry layer of mucus used by a snail or mollusk to seal itself inside its shell during hibernation.
Meaning
(zoology) A dry layer of mucus used by a snail or mollusk to seal itself inside its shell during hibernation.
More Meanings
- (botany) The dilated apex of the columella in urn mosses.
Word Forms
- epiphragms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sphragis, phragmocone, phragma, autophragm, pneumostome, epiphloem.
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