TRICHOCYST

Noun

trichocyst (plural trichocysts)

A threadlike organ in certain protozoans that can be discharged suddenly in order to grasp or sting

Source: Wiktionary


Trich"o*cyst, n. Etym: [Gr. (Zoöl.)

Definition: A lasso cell.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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