Unicellular
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌjuːnɪˈsɛljʊlə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Unicellular is an adjective meaning (biology) Describing any microorganism that has a single cell.
Meaning
(biology) Describing any microorganism that has a single cell.
More Meanings
- A single-celled organism; a unicell.
Example Sentences
Among unicellulars, the rate of increase is beyond belief.
More or less distinct specialisation of reproductive elements in some unicellulars.
In unicellulars the uncoupling of the various nutritional and energy sources is much more widely spread.
Word Forms
- unicellulars
Synonyms for unicellular
Depending on context, synonyms include single-celled, monocellular.
Antonyms for unicellular
Common opposites include multicellular.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include single-celled, cyanobacterium, unicyanobacterial, monosporidial, monosporous, monoprotist.
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