Monaxonida
plural noun
Mon·ax·on·i·da
Definition of Monaxonida
in some classifications
: a subclass or order of Demospongiae that comprises sponges with siliceous monaxonic megascleres and with or without spongin
People Are Reading
There's more!
Love words? You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.
Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:
- More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
- Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
- Advanced search features
- Ad free!
Origin and Etymology of monaxonida
New Latin, from mon- + Greek axōn axis + New Latin -ida
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up Monaxonida? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!