Chilostomata

/ˌkaɪloʊstəˈmeɪtə/ noun

The plural form of chilostoma; multiple lip-shaped mouth structures or openings found in various marine organisms.

Plural of chilostoma, formed using the Greek -ata plural ending. Used in scientific classification and description of anatomical features in invertebrate zoology.

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