cephalochord

/ˌsɛfələˈkɔrd/ or /ˌsɛfələˈkɔrəd/

Definitions

1. noun

A subphylum of chordates that includes tunicates and lancelets.

“Cephalochords are a group of marine animals that possess a notochord.”

2. adjective

Relating to or denoting the subphylum Cephalochorda.

“Cephalochordate development involves the formation of a notochord.”

Synonyms

  • lancelet
  • tunicate

Antonyms

  • vertebrate