Unicellular
(adjective)
Consisting of one cell.
Origin:
The word unicellular is formed from the prefix "uni" meaning one and the root word "cellular" meaning consisting of cells.
Examples:
- The unicellular organism was simple in structure and function.
- The unicellular algae were found in the pond.
- Unicellular protozoa are commonly found in freshwater and soil.
- The unicellular bacteria were studied under microscope.
- Unicellular organisms are the simplest form of life on earth.