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hemocoel

Syllabification: (he·mo·coel)
Pronunciation: /ˈhēməˌsēl/
(British haemocoel)
Definition of hemocoel

noun

Zoology
  • the primary body cavity of most invertebrates, containing circulatory fluid.

Origin:

late 19th century: from hemo- 'of blood' + Greek koilos 'hollow, cavity'

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