acoel Meaning & Definition
/ˈeɪsiːl/
What Does Acoel Mean?
Acoel is a noun that means Any of the order Acoela of xenacoelomorphs that resemble flatworms and were originally classified as such. It is also used to mean A member of the order Acoela of marine flatworms, which lack a digestive cavity with definite walls.
Word Facts for Acoel
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈeɪsiːl/ |
| Plural | acoels |
Acoel Definition (Noun)
- Any of the order Acoela of xenacoelomorphs that resemble flatworms and were originally classified as such.
- A member of the order Acoela of marine flatworms, which lack a digestive cavity with definite walls.
Synonyms of Acoel
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Acoel synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
acoel (plural acoels)
Origin of Acoel
From group name Acoela, from Ancient Greek ἄκοιλος (ákoilos, “not hollow”).