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Definition of Thecophora

1. n. pl. A division of hydroids comprising those which have the hydranths in thecæ and the gonophores in capsules. The campanularians and sertularians are examples. Called also Thecata. See Illust. under Hydroidea.

Medical Definition of Thecophora

1. A division of hydroids comprising those which have the hydranths in thecae and the gonophores in capsules. The campanularians and sertularians are examples. Synonym: Thecata. Origin: NL, from Gr. A case + to bear. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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