eucoelomate
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/juːˈsiːləˌmeɪt/
true body cavity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'eucoelomate' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'eu' meaning 'true' and 'koiloma' meaning 'cavity'.
Historical Evolution
'eucoelomate' was derived from the Greek word 'eu' and 'koiloma', and eventually became the modern English word 'eucoelomate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'true cavity', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an organism with a true coelom, a body cavity completely lined with mesoderm.
Earthworms are considered eucoelomates due to their body structure.
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Last updated: 2025/05/06 21:46