Theca
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈθiːkə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Theca is a noun meaning (biology) Any of several external cases or sheaths.
Meaning
(biology) Any of several external cases or sheaths.
More Meanings
- (Christianity) A case for the corporal cloth used in the Eucharist.
Word Forms
- thecas
- thecae
Synonyms for theca
Depending on context, synonyms include sac.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sac, thecaphore, epitheca, hypotheca, hydrotheca, thecaspore.
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