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Definition of Acalephae
1. Noun. A group of Coelenterata, including the Medusae or jellyfishes, and hydroids; -- so called from the stinging power they possess. Sometimes called sea nettles. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Acalephae
1. acaleph [n] - See also: acaleph
Medical Definition of Acalephae
1. A group of Coelenterata, including the Medusae or jellyfishes, and hydroids; so called from the stinging power they possess. Sometimes called sea nettles. Origin: NL, from Gr, a nettle. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)