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trichocyst

Syllabification: (trich·o·cyst)
Pronunciation: /ˈtrikəˌsist/

Definition of trichocyst

noun

Biology
  • any of numerous minute, rodlike structures, each containing a protrusible filament, found near the surface of ciliates and dinoflagellates.

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