Meaning of the word polyp in English
What does polyp mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
polyp
US /ˈpɑː.lɪp/
UK /ˈpɒl.ɪp/
Noun
1.
a small growth, typically benign, protruding from a mucous membrane, as of the colon or nasal cavity.
Example:
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The doctor found a small polyp during the colonoscopy.
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Nasal polyps can cause breathing difficulties.
2.
a solitary or colonial sedentary form of a coelenterate, typically having a columnar body and a mouth surrounded by tentacles.
Example:
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Coral reefs are formed by millions of tiny coral polyps.
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Jellyfish have a polyp stage in their life cycle.