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genus Stentor

genus Stentor

9.9
A single-celled, trumpet-shaped creature with tiny hairs and a spiral feeding funnel that lives in freshwater
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs ˈstɛntər/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Stentor
  • The genus Stentor is known for its unique trumpet shape.

Examples

  • The genus Stentor includes several species of single-celled organisms notable for their size and shape.

  • Researchers observed the feeding process of the genus Stentor under the microscope.

  • Members of the genus Stentor use their cilia to create currents that draw food particles into their funnels.

  • Researchers discovered a new species within the genus Stentor.

  • Members of the genus Stentor use their cilia to create currents that draw food particles into their funnels.

  • Researchers observed the feeding process of the genus Stentor under the microscope.

  • The genus Stentor includes several species of single-celled organisms notable for their size and shape.

Synonyms

stentor
vsgenus Stentor
  • Specialized
9.9

A large single-celled creature with a trumpet shape that lives in fresh water

is the formal taxonomic term highlighting group features and scientific detail

Surface Forms

genus Stentor singular
genera Stentor plural

Morphology

genus + stentor

The phrase is fully compositional: 'genus' (a biological rank grouping related species) combined with the proper name 'Stentor' yields 'the genus called Stentor' or 'a group of related species named Stentor'. Taxonomic naming is a regular, cross-linguistic pattern, so a learner who knows both constituents can derive the meaning.

Etymology

The name genus Stentor comes from Stentor, a loud messenger in a Greek story. Because these single-celled animals are large and trumpet-shaped, the name gives the image of a tiny 'trumpet', which helps you remember this group.