pilidium

/pɪˈlɪdiəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A stage in the life cycle of certain flatworms, typically a free-swimming larva.

“The researcher studied the pilidium of the planarian species.”

2. noun

A type of asexual reproductive structure found in some flatworms.

“The flatworm’s pilidium developed into a new individual.”

Synonyms

  • larva
  • planarian

Antonyms

  • adult
  • mature