turriculae

/tɜːrˈkɪliːi/

Definitions

1. noun

A plural form of ‘turcile’, an obsolete term for a type of shell or spiral.

“The fossil record reveals the presence of turriculae in ancient seas.”

2. noun

Plural form of ‘turcile’, referring to a spiral or shell-like structure in biology.

“The turriculae on the sea creature’s shell helped it to navigate through the water.”

Synonyms

  • cochlea
  • spiral

Antonyms

  • linear
  • straight