Meaning of the word flagellum in English
What does flagellum mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
flagellum
US /fləˈdʒel.əm/
UK /fləˈdʒel.əm/
Noun
a microscopic whiplike appendage that enables many protozoa, bacteria, spermatozoa, etc., to swim
Example:
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The bacterium uses its flagellum for propulsion.
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Sperm cells have a single flagellum.