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phylumOne entry found. Main Entry: phy·lum Pronunciation: \ˈfī-ləm\ Function: noun Inflected Form(s): plural phy·la \-lə\ Etymology: New Latin, from Greek phylon tribe, race — more at phyl- Date: 1876 1 a : a direct line of descent within a group b : a group that constitutes or has the unity of a phylum; specifically : a primary category in biological taxonomy especially of animals that ranks above the class and below the kingdom — compare division 10
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