acoelomata

/əˌkoʊɪˈlɒmətə/; /əˌkɪəlɒˈmɪtə/

Definitions

1. noun

A subkingdom of flatworms and other invertebrates that lack a body cavity.

“The acoelomata are a group of simple, worm-like animals that have no internal organs.”

2. noun

A taxonomic rank used in the classification of animals.

“The acoelomata are one of the main groups within the kingdom Animalia.”

Synonyms

  • acoelomate
  • invertebrate

Antonyms

  • coelomate
  • vertebrate