nemertean

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Noun nemertean has 1 sense

ribbon worm, nemertean, nemertine, proboscis worm - soft unsegmented marine worms that have a threadlike proboscis and the ability to stretch and contract
--₁ is a kind of worm
--₁ is a member of Nemertea, phylum Nemertea, Nemertina, phylum Nemertina

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Nemertean

Definition:

A nemertean refers to any member of the phylum Nemertea, which comprises a group of worms known as ribbon worms.

Senses:

Sense:

(Noun) - A worm-like animal of the phylum Nemertea, characterized by an elongated and flattened body.

Sample Sentence:

The nemertean wriggled through the sand in search of prey.
Sense:

(Adjective) - Pertaining to or characteristic of nemerteans.

Sample Sentence:

Researchers conducted a study on the nemertean reproductive system.

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