Acontia

Synonyms of acontia

• filaments
• nematocysts
• stinging cells

Collocations of acontia

acontia tentacles

Frequency: 80 %

The jellyfish stung its prey using its acontia tentacles.

acontia threads

Frequency: 70 %

The anemone released acontia threads to defend itself against predators.

acontia function

Frequency: 60 %

Scientists are still studying the acontia function in sea anemones.

acontia discharge

Frequency: 50 %

When threatened, the sea anemone can discharge its acontia to protect itself.

Idiomatic Expressions for acontia

• Phrase: keep the acontia at bay
  Meaning: to prevent or control a potential negative or harmful situation
  Usage: Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help keep the acontia of illness at bay.