desmid Meaning & Definition
/ˈdɛz.mɪd/
What Does Desmid Mean?
Desmid is used as a noun meaning Any of about 5000 species of mostly unicellular freshwater green algae belonging to the order Desmidiales.
Quick Facts About Desmid
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈdɛz.mɪd/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Plural | desmids |
Desmid Definition (Noun)
- Any of about 5000 species of mostly unicellular freshwater green algae belonging to the order Desmidiales.
Synonyms of Desmid
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Desmid synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
desmid (plural desmids)
Origin of Desmid
From Ancient Greek δεσμός (desmós, “ligature, ligament, bond”).
How to Pronounce Desmid
Desmid is pronounced /ˈdɛz.mɪd/ and has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (dɛz).