Cystoids

/ˈsɪstɔɪdz/ noun

Definition

The plural form of cystoid; multiple organisms or structures resembling cysts.

Etymology

Simply the plural form of 'cystoid,' adding the standard English '-s' ending. This allows discussion of multiple cyst-like structures or organisms in a single term.

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When scientists find fossils of ancient sea creatures, they often find multiple cystoids grouped together—sometimes they were so abundant they created entire reef-like structures!

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