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amoeba

nounfemininetechnicalcommon/ɐˈmiβɐ/a·mi·ba

Definition

A single-celled protozoan of the genus Amoeba, with a variable shape, which moves and feeds by means of pseudopodia.

“The amoeba is often studied in cell biology.”

“Some species of amoebas can cause diseases in humans.”

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