monocoelic

/ˌmɒnəˈsɛlɪk/ (mon-uh-sel-ik)

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a single chamber or compartment.

“The monocoelic structure of the cell membrane made it more efficient for transporting nutrients.”

2. noun

A single-chambered organism or cell.

“The biologist studied the properties of various monocoelic species.”

Synonyms

  • monocellular
  • unicellular

Antonyms

  • multicellular
  • polycellular