Meaning of the word flagella in English
What does flagella mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
flagella
US /fləˈdʒɛlə/
UK /fləˈdʒɛlə/
Plural Noun
a slender threadlike structure, especially a microscopic appendage that enables many protozoa, bacteria, spermatozoa, etc., to swim.
Example:
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Bacteria use their flagella to move through liquid environments.
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The cell's numerous flagella allowed for rapid propulsion.