Echinoderm
(noun)
- A marine invertebrate animal of the phylum Echinodermata, which includes starfish, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers.
- A marine animal that belongs to the phylum Echinodermata and has a spiny skin and a five-part symmetry.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from echino- (from greek ekhinos "hedgehog") + -derm (from greek derma "skin").
Examples:
- The tide pool was full of echinoderms, including starfish and sea urchins.
- Echinoderms have a unique water vascular system that helps them move and feed.
- The echinoderm is a fascinating creature that is found in all oceans.
- The echinoderm is an important part of the ocean ecosystem.
- Echinoderms have a five-part symmetry and can regenerate lost body parts.