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polychaeta
 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun polychaeta has 1 sense
  1. Polychaeta, class Polychaeta - marine annelid worms
    --1 is a kind of class
    --1 is a member of Annelida, phylum Annelida
    --1 has members:
     polychaete, polychete, polychaete worm, polychete worm; lugworm, lug, lobworm; Terebellidae, family Terebellidae

Definitions from the Web

Term: Polychaeta

Description:

Polychaeta is a class of marine annelid worms that are characterized by having multiple setae (bristles) on each body segment. They are diverse in size and shape, with over 10,000 known species.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The polychaeta is an essential component of marine ecosystems, playing a vital role in nutrient recycling.
  2. Some polychaeta species are known for their vibrant colors, making them a spectacle to behold underwater.
  3. Polychaeta worms use their bristles for locomotion and feeding, helping them navigate through sediments and capture prey.

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