trichocyst

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Synonyms: trichocysts

Antonyms: trichocysts

Related words from Datamuse; suggestions, not definitions.

Noun

1. A threadlike organ in certain [[protozoan]]s that can be discharged suddenly in order to [[grasp]] or [[sting]]

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