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infusorian

noun

  1. any of a former large group (Infusoria) of microscopic animals found in infusions of decayed organic matter and in stagnant water
  2. any of a former class (Infusoria) of protozoans found in most water, characterized by cilia which permit free movement, as paramecia or stentors

adjective

of this group or class

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