myxamoeba

/mɪksˈæmɪbiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of amoeboid protozoa that are capable of binary fission and are often used in scientific research.

“The myxamoeba used in the experiment were found to be highly adaptable to different environments.”

2. noun

A single-celled organism that belongs to the genus Myxamoeba.

“The microscope revealed a myxamoeba with a unique cell structure.”

Synonyms

  • amoeba
  • protozoa

Antonyms

  • complex organism
  • multicellular organism