PlatelMinte

Meaning of the word

Platelminte is a term used to refer to a phylum of invertebrate animals, also known as flat worms. These animals have an elongated body and flattened back.

Origin of the word

The word “platelminte” originates in the Greek, being formed by the junction of the terms “platys” (meaning “flat”) and “helminins” (which means “worm”).

Word adverbs

– Platelmy

Conjunctions of the word

– AND
– or
– But
– Although

Synonyms of the word

– flat worms
– PLATYHELMINTHES

Word Definitions

– Phylum of invertebrate animals with flat body dorsentrally.
– Group of worms that have elongated and flat body.

Phrases that the word applies

– Platelmintes are flattened animals.
– Platelmintes are found in various aquatic environments.

Examples of the word in text

Platelmintes are flattened animals that can be found in marine, freshwater and even land environments. These worms have a great diversity of species, including planaries, tapeworms and schistosomes.

Rhymes with the word

– Infante
– Student
– Restaurant
– Elephant

Anagrams with the word

– No anagrams were found with the word “platelminte”.

References:

1. wikipedia
2. Encyclopedia Britannica