acetabularia

/ˌæsɪtəbjʊˈleɪriə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of marine, thalloid green algae, commonly known as sea fans.

“The marine biologist studied the unique properties of Acetabularia species.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling Acetabularia.

“The unique, fan-shaped morphology of the acetabularia-like algae fascinated the scientist.”

Synonyms

  • Acetabularia species
  • sea fans

Antonyms

  • land-dwelling organisms
  • terrestrial plants