ditrochean

/ˌdɪtrəˈkiːən/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or characteristic of the Ditrócha, a subphylum of ciliates in the kingdom Protista.

“The ditrochean organisms found in the pond were of great interest to the scientists.”

Synonyms

  • ciliate
  • protozoan

Antonyms

  • non-motile
  • sessile