urochordal

/juːrəʊˈkɔːrdəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or denoting the Urochordata, a subphylum of chordates that includes tunicates and lancelets.

“The urochordal development stage is a critical phase in the life cycle of many marine species.”

Synonyms

  • chordate
  • tunicate

Antonyms

  • non-chordate
  • vertebrate