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Flagellum
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Simple meaning
What does Flagellum mean?
A whip-like cell structure.
Dictionary definition
A whip-like structure that helps some cells or microorganisms move.
Example sentences
Flagellum in a sentence
easy
The cell moved with a flagellum.
medium
A flagellum can spin or wave to create motion.
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Flagellum is the singular form of flagella and is used in biology.
Synonyms
Words like Flagellum
cell tailA tail-like structure used by a cell.
flagellaRelated word that supports the meaning of flagellum.
Antonyms
Opposite words
cell wallAn outer covering of some cells.
opposite ideaA contrasting idea to flagellum, depending on context.
Word family
Flagellum word family
Base word
flagellum
noun
flagellums
More than one flagellum.
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Practice 1
What does flagellum mean?
Flagellum means a whip-like cell structure.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to flagellum?
Cell Tail is close in meaning to flagellum in the right context.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of flagellum?
Cell Wall contrasts with flagellum.
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