gastrodisc

/ˈɡæstrɒsk/

Definitions

1. noun

A flat, disc-shaped structure found in the digestive system of some animals, such as snails and slugs.

“The gastropod’s gastrodisc is responsible for breaking down complex organic matter.”

Synonyms

  • disc-shaped organ
  • gastropod

Antonyms

  • non-discoid structure
  • spherical organ