Meaning
A cell with multiple nuclei, found in fungi, algae, protists and slime molds.
Etymology
Origin: Ancient Greek
From Ancient Greek κοινός (koinós, “common”) + κύτος (kútos, “box, i.e. cell”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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