Gymnoglossa

plural noun

Gym·​no·​glos·​sa
-ˈgläsə,
-lȯsə
in some classifications
: a division of Pectinibranchia comprising gastropods lacking jaws or radula
gymnoglossate
¦⸗(ˌ)⸗¦gläsə̇t
-ȯs-
-ˌsāt
adjective

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from gymn- + -glossa

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“Gymnoglossa.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Gymnoglossa. Accessed 12 Oct. 2024.

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