myxopodia

/ˌmɪksəˈpiːdiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of protist, typically a species of Amoeba, characterized by the presence of filose or reticulose pseudopodia.

“The scientist studied the unique myxopodia in the freshwater lake, observing their behavior and morphology.”

Synonyms

  • amoeba
  • protozoa

Antonyms

  • multicellular organism