calycophoran

/kælɪkəˈfɔːrən/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the order Calycophorae, a group of siphonophores, small marine colonial animals.

“The researcher studied the unique characteristics of the calycophoran in its natural habitat.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling Calycophorae.

“The calycophoran structure of the siphonophore was a crucial aspect of the study.”

Synonyms

  • calycophorid
  • siphonophore

Antonyms

  • polyp