neuromast
neuromast · neuromasts
A cluster of ciliated and other neural cells that serves as a simple sensory organ in…A cluster of ciliated and other neural cells that serves as a simple sensory organ in some fish and amphibians.
Meaning
1 sensesA cluster of ciliated and other neural cells that serves as a simple sensory organ in some fish and amphibians.
Origin
From neuro- + mast.From neuro- + mast.
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Forms
plural: neuromasts| Singular | neuromast |
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