Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
medusan
Adjective
/məˈdjuːzən/
Definition
Relating to or resembling a jellyfish, particularly the free-swimming stage of certain jellyfish.
Examples
- The medusan stage of the jellyfish is often seen drifting through the ocean.
- Medusan creatures exhibit a unique beauty in their graceful movements.
Meaning
The term ‘medusan’ typically describes the medusa form of certain cnidarians, such as jellyfish, which is characterized by a bell-shaped body and tentacles.
Synonyms
- jellyfish-like
- gelatinous
- cnidarian
