ciliata

/sɪˈlɪətə/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or characterized by cilia.

“The ciliata type of protist is a group of single-celled organisms.”

2. noun

A taxonomic order of ciliates.

“Ciliata is a significant order within the class Ciliophora.”

Synonyms

  • ciliated
  • ciliated organism

Antonyms

  • non-ciliated
  • sessile