clonothrix

/kləʊˈnɒθrɪks/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of extinct, worm-like, colonial, and calcareous sponges.

“The discovery of the clonothrix in the fossil record provided valuable insights into ancient marine ecosystems.”

2. noun

A type of fossilized sponge colony.

“The clonothrix fossils found in the Jurassic rock formation were remarkable for their level of preservation.”

Synonyms

  • colony
  • sponge

Antonyms

  • non-colonial organism
  • single-celled organism