zooid

[US]/ˈzuːɔɪd/
[UK]/ˈzuːɔɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.an individual organism, especially a free-swimming one
adj.animal-like; pertaining to animals
Word Forms
Pluralzooids

Phrases & Collocations

living zooid

zooid structure

zooid colony

zooid formation

zooid development

zooid type

zooid behavior

zooid anatomy

zooid morphology

zooid function

Example Sentences

the zooid is a crucial part of the colonial organism.

each zooid functions independently within the colony.

zooids can vary greatly in size and shape.

the study of zooids helps us understand marine ecosystems.

zooids are often specialized for different functions.

some zooids are responsible for feeding the colony.

in certain species, zooids can reproduce asexually.

the life cycle of zooids is fascinating to study.

observing zooids in their natural habitat is enlightening.

researchers are discovering new species of zooids regularly.

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