1.n. pl. An order of Brachiopoda; the Lyopomata. See Brachiopoda.
Medical Definition of Ecardines
1. An order of Brachiopoda; the Lyopomata. See Brachiopoda.
Origin: NL, fr. L. E out, without + cardo a hinge.
Source: Websters Dictionary
(01 Mar 1998)