Paramecia (Noun)
Meaning
Any member of the genus Paramecium.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Paramecia are a type of ciliate protozoan that are commonly found in freshwater environments.
- The student observed paramecia under the microscope in her biology class.
- Paramecia have a distinctive shape, with a rounded body and a long, thin tail.
- The scientist studied the behavior of paramecia in response to different environmental stimuli.
- Paramecia are an important food source for many aquatic animals, including fish and other invertebrates.