Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mastigophore
Noun
mas-ti-go-for
Definition
A mastigophore is a type of cell or structure that has whip-like appendages, often used for movement.
Examples
- The mastigophore of the organism allowed it to swim swiftly through the water.
- Researchers studied the mastigophore’s role in the mobility of certain protozoa.
Meaning
In biological contexts, it refers to a flagellum or similar structure that helps in locomotion.
Synonyms
- Flagellum
- Whip
- Tail
