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nematocyst Definition

nema·to·cyst (nemə tō sist′)

noun

any of the intracellular stinging structures characteristic of all cnidarians, as the jellyfish: it contains a threadlike sting

Etymology: nemato- + -cyst

nematocyst Related Forms
nem′a·to·cys·tic adjective
nematocyst Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • call: They have a number of different types of stinging cells, called nematocysts, on their tentacles.
  • remain: They must first of all stop any remaining nematocysts from firing off and the best thing for this is ordinary household vinegar.

Adjective modifier

  • stinging: Lots of stinging nematocysts, full of venom, implant into your skin and pump in the poison.

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