neuromast

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noun
Definitions
  • A cluster of ciliated and other neural cells that serves as a simple sensory organ in some fish and amphibians.

Etymology

Prefix from English mast (fodder for swine and other animals, slim post tower, tall, nuts, fruit of forest-trees, relating to the breasts).

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English

mast

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fodder for swine and other animals, slim post tower, tall, nuts, fruit of forest-trees, relating to the breasts

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高

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