Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a phoronic, especially the phoronic stage of a crustacean, which is a larval stage that has a pair of claw-like appendages.

“The phoronic larvae were a crucial part of the marine ecosystem.”

2. noun

a phoronic larva, especially a phoronic stage of a crustacean.

“The aquarium was home to a variety of phoronic species.”