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Cyclostomata

Cyclostomata

9.9
A group of early jawless fish with round, sucker-like mouths
  • noun
  • /ˌsaɪkləˈstɑːmətə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Ciclostomados
  • Lampreys and hagfishes belong to the Cyclostomata, a group characterized by their round mouths and lack of jaws.

Examples

  • Lampreys and hagfishes are members of the Cyclostomata, a group known for their jawless mouths.

  • The evolutionary significance of Cyclostomata lies in their primitive characteristics among vertebrates.

  • Students studied the anatomy of Cyclostomata during their zoology lab session.

  • The Cyclostomata are fascinating creatures of the ocean.

  • Did you know that Cyclostomata lack jaws?

  • During the class, the professor explained that Cyclostomata are among the most primitive vertebrates found in aquatic environments.

  • The study of Cyclostomata helps scientists understand the evolution of jawed vertebrates.

Synonyms

order Cyclostomata
vsCyclostomata
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of simple jawless water animals like lampreys and hagfish

is the broader, less technical phrase for the same group of animals

Compounds

order Cyclostomata
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of simple jawless water animals like lampreys and hagfish

Surface Forms

Cyclostomata singular
Cyclostomata plural

Morphology

Cyclostomata = Cyclostoma (opaque) = cyclo + stoma + ta

The form uses Greek combining elements and a classical plural ending (-ta) and denotes a specialized taxonomic group, which is not transparently derived for an average learner.

Etymology

Cyclostomata comes from Greek parts cyclo- meaning 'circle' and -stoma meaning 'mouth'. So, Cyclostomata are animals with round, sucker-like mouths, like lampreys and hagfishes.