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Definition of Phoronis

1. n. A remarkable genus of marine worms having tentacles around the mouth. It is usually classed with the gephyreans. Its larva (Actinotrocha) undergoes a peculiar metamorphosis.

Medical Definition of Phoronis

1. A remarkable genus of marine worms having tentacles around the mouth. It is usually classed with the gephyreans. Its larva (Actinotrocha) undergoes a peculiar metamorphosis. Origin: NL, fr. L. Phoronis, a surname of Io, Gr. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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