phytomonad

/fɪtəˈmoʊnæd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of flagellated, motile, unicellular green alga that is often found in water and is typically 2-10 μm in length.

“Phytoplankton in the ocean include various types of phytomonads, which are important for the food chain.”

Synonyms

  • flagellated alga
  • green algae

Antonyms

  • non-green algae
  • sessile organism