trichocysts

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

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of trichocyst
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APA

trichocysts. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/trichocysts

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“trichocysts.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/trichocysts. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “trichocysts,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/trichocysts.

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