Meaning of amoeba in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /əˈmibə/

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  1. Noun

    amoeba

    Etymology

    mid 19th century: modern Latin, from Greek amoibē‘change, alternation’

    Definitions

    1. naked freshwater or marine or parasitic protozoa that form temporary pseudopods for feeding and locomotion

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