Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ameba
Noun
/əˈmiː.bə/
Definition
A single-celled organism that typically has the ability to change shape and move by extending its body in various directions.
Examples
- The ameba can be found in freshwater ponds and lakes.
- Some species of ameba are responsible for certain infections in humans.
- The scientist studied the behavior of the ameba under a microscope.
Meaning
Ameba refers to a primitive microscopic organism that often lives in water or moist environments. It’s known for its ability to move and feed by using pseudopodia, which are temporary projections of its cytoplasm.
Synonyms
- amoeba
- single-celled organism
- protozoa