hydranth

/ˈhaɪdrənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A small polyp in a colony of a cnidarian, such as a hydracord or hydrorhiza, that is capable of independently capturing prey.

“The hydranth of the jellyfish colony was a crucial component in the ecosystem’s food chain.”

Synonyms

  • cnidarian polyp
  • hydracord polyp

Antonyms

  • sessile polyp