Meaning
A nematocyst.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
From New Latin, from Ancient Greek κνίδη (knídē, “stinging nettle; anemone”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cnidocyst
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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