word
cnidarian
ny-DAIR-ee-un
naɪˈdɛəriənListen
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Syllable breakdown
cnidarian
Dictionary meaning
An aquatic invertebrate such as a jellyfish, coral, or sea anemone with stinging cells.
History and origin
Greek knidē, meaning 'nettle'.
Examples
- Every cnidarian in the tank relied on specialized stinging cells for defense.
Common mispronunciations
kuh-NID-air-ee-un
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