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ctenophore

/ˈtiːnəfɔː/

Meanings
  • noun

    A type of marine invertebrate belonging to the phylum Ctenophora, characterized by their unique row of ctenes or comb rows along the sides of their bodies.

    - "The ctenophore is a fascinating marine creature."
    - "During their development, ctenophores exhibit a unique behavior called 'velar larvae'."

Synonyms

comb jelly
Variants
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comb jelly , ctenophora , ctenophoran , ctenophorans , ctenophore , ctenophores
Etymology
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From the Greek words 'ktēn' meaning 'comb' and 'phoros' meaning 'bearer'.


Trivia
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  1. Ctenophores are the oldest known living multicellular organisms.

  2. They possess the ability to change color and texture to blend in with their surroundings.

  3. Ctenophores are also known for their ability to generate electric fields to stun their prey.


Related Concepts
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  1. Comb Jellies: Another common name for ctenophores due to their ability to create an optical effect resembling a comb.


Culture
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Ctenophores have been a subject of interest in various fields such as marine biology, zoology, and ecology due to their unique anatomy and behavior.

How to Memorize "ctenophore"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a jellyfish with rows of tiny combs along its sides.

  2. associate

    - Remember, 'ctenophore' means 'comb bearer'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Think of the word 'comb' and the word 'bearer' to remember the meaning of 'ctenophore'.


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