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单词 nectophore
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Definition of nectophore in English:

nectophore

noun ˈnɛktə(ʊ)fɔː
Zoology
  • In some siphonophores: a zooid which has a swimming bell but lacks a manubrium, and which contracts rhythmically to propel the colony through the water.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in American Naturalist. From necto- + -phore.

 
 

Definition of nectophore in US English:

nectophore

nounˈnɛktə(ʊ)fɔː
Zoology
  • In some siphonophores: a zooid which has a swimming bell but lacks a manubrium, and which contracts rhythmically to propel the colony through the water.

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in American Naturalist. From necto- + -phore.

 
 
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