Celeomorphae

/ˌsɛliːəˈmɔrfi/ noun

Definition

A taxonomic grouping or classification of organisms displaying rapid morphological change; the plural or group form of celeomorph.

Etymology

Latinized plural form of 'celeomorph,' using the Latin feminine plural ending '-ae' to create a formal taxonomic designation. This follows the tradition of Linnaean nomenclature in scientific classification.

Kelly Says

This is one of those scientific names that shows how Latin refused to die—scientists created entirely new terms using ancient grammar rules to describe modern organisms, essentially speaking Renaissance Latin in laboratories.

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