phyllidium
noun
phyl·lid·i·um
\fə̇ˈlidēəm\
Definition of phyllidium
phyllidia
\-ēə\: any of two or four complex muscular usually leaf-shaped or cuplike outgrowths from the lateral wall of the scolex of some tapeworms
Explore Merriam-Webster
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 phyllidium
New Latin, from phyll- + -idium
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up phyllidium? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!