Trichocyst
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Trichocyst is a noun meaning A threadlike organ in certain protozoans that can be discharged suddenly in order to grasp or sting.
Meaning
A threadlike organ in certain protozoans that can be discharged suddenly in order to grasp or sting.
Word Forms
- trichocysts
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include trichophore, trichoblast, trichite, trichimella, trichogyne, trichostomatid.
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