Pronunciation: /əˈflædʒəˌleɪt/
noun a microorganism that lacks flagella
A1 An aflagellate is a single-celled organism without a flagellum.
A2 Aflagellates rely on other means of movement since they do not have a flagellum.
B1 Scientists study the behavior of aflagellates to understand their unique characteristics.
B2 Aflagellates play a crucial role in the ecosystem despite their lack of flagella.
C1 The complex life cycle of aflagellates is still being researched by experts in the field.
C2 Aflagellates exhibit fascinating evolutionary adaptations that set them apart from other organisms.
adjective describing an organism that does not have flagella
A1 The aflagellate bacteria were unable to move on their own.
A2 The scientist observed the aflagellate protozoa under the microscope.
B1 The aflagellate algae lacked the characteristic flagella for movement.
B2 The aflagellate sperm cells were unable to swim towards the egg.
C1 The aflagellate species had evolved unique mechanisms for locomotion.
C2 The aflagellate organisms were studied extensively due to their unusual lack of flagella.
formal Aflagellate organisms lack flagella for movement.
informal The aflagellate bacteria don't have tails like other bacteria do.
slang Those aflagellate critters can't swim around like the others.
figurative His speech was aflagellate, lacking any movement or energy.
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