astomous

/æstoʊməs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a mouth or opening at the end of the body, especially in a worm or other invertebrate animal.

“The astomous worm burrowed into the soil, searching for food.”

2. noun

A worm or other invertebrate animal with a mouth or opening at the end of the body.

“The astomous specimens were found in the moist area of the forest.”

Synonyms

  • mouthed
  • stomate

Antonyms

  • anastomous
  • branching