silverline system
noun
Definition of silverline system
: a series of superficial lines in many protozoans that stain intensely with silver impregnation techniques and are variously regarded as supporting or coordinating organelles or as pellicular striations and sculpturings
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Origin and Etymology of silverline system
2silver + line
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