Epithecal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Epithecal is an adjective meaning (microbiology, planktology) Of or pertaining to the epitheca.
Meaning
(microbiology, planktology) Of or pertaining to the epitheca.
Example Sentences
The epithecal covering of the outer is annulated by low ridges and shallow grooves...Fine, close-set, concentric lines, probably representing lines of growth, are obscurely shown on a few of the better preserved portions of the epithecal surface.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hypothecal, exothecial, epiphytic, epiphytal, epichloid, epigeal.
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