Amoebae: meaning, definitions and examples

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amoebae

 

[ ษ™หˆmiหbiห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

microbiology

Amoebae are single-celled organisms that belong to the group of protozoa. They are characterized by their flexible cell membrane and their ability to change shape. Amoebae move and feed by extending temporary projections of their cytoplasm, known as pseudopodia. Commonly found in soil and water, these organisms can be free-living or parasitic. Some species of amoebae are known to cause diseases in humans and animals.

Synonyms

amoeba, protozoan, single-celled organism

Examples of usage

  • Amoebae can be found in freshwater environments.
  • Researchers study amoebae to understand cellular processes.
  • Some amoebae can cause amoebic dysentery in humans.
  • The flexibility of amoebae allows them to adapt to various environments.

Translations

Translations of the word "amoebae" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น amebas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฎเฅ€เคฌเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Amรถben

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ameba

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะผะตะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ameba

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒกใƒผใƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท amibes

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ amebas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท amebalar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„๋ฉ”๋ฐ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู…ูŠุจุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ amรฉba

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ amรฉba

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ˜ๅฝข่™ซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ amebe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ameba

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะผะตะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ›แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ameba

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ amebas

Etymology

The term 'amoeba' is derived from the Greek word 'amoibe', meaning 'change' or 'alteration', which reflects the organism's ability to change shape. The first scientific description of amoebae dates back to the 18th century, when they were observed under a microscope. Notably, the work of scientists such as Antonie van Leeuwenhoek and later, Carl Friedrich Gauss contributed to the understanding of these fascinating microorganisms. Initially classified as plants due to their habitat, amoebae were later recognized as protozoans and categorized within the Kingdom Protista. Their unique characteristics and ecological roles have made them a significant subject of study in microbiology and evolutionary biology.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,477, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.