actinal

/ækˈtɪnəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling an actinus, especially in the arrangement of its radiating parts

“The actinal development of the sea anemone was a crucial aspect of its study.”

2. noun

a structure resembling an actinus, especially in the arrangement of its radiating parts

“The actinal of the jellyfish was an intricate pattern of nerve cells.”

Synonyms

  • actinous
  • radiating

Antonyms

  • abactinal
  • nonradiating