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Definition of Rhizocephala

1. n. pl. A division of Pectostraca including saclike parasites of Crustacea. They adhere by rootlike extensions of the head. See Illusration in Appendix.

Medical Definition of Rhizocephala

1. A division of Pectostraca including saclike parasites of Crustacea. They adhere by rootlike extensions of the head. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Root + head. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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