zoophyte

/ˈzuːfaɪt/ · noun

Meaning

An animal thought to have the characteristics of a plant, later specifically an invertebrate of the (former) group Zoophyta, comprising sponges, corals and sea anemones.
A plant believed to have the characteristics of an animal, especially a sensitive plant or vegetable lamb.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

hydroid(English)zoophite(English)zoöphyte(English)zoöphite(English)plant-animal(English)phytozoan(English)phytozoon(English)sensitive plant(English)

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