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aph·​o·​dus | \ ˈafədəs \
plural aphodi\ -​ˌdī , -​ˌdē \

Definition of aphodus

: a short canal in rhagon sponges leading from a flagellated chamber to an excurrent canal

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History and Etymology for aphodus

New Latin, from Greek aphodos going away, from apo- + hodos way

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“Aphodus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aphodus. Accessed 3 Jul. 2022.

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