proglottid en · NOUN
Etymology
From Ancient Greek προγλωσσίς (proglōssís, “the tip of the tongue”), from γλῶσσα (glôssa, “tongue”). Spelling influenced by glottis.
Meanings
- A segment of a tapeworm; they contain both male and female reproductive organs
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| proglottids | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
proglottidization · proglottic
Translations (3)
pt proglótide (segment of a tapeworm) · wa segmint (segment of a tapeworm) · pl proglotyd (segment of a tapeworm)