leucon

noun

leu·con

ˈlüˌkän

plural -s

: a sponge or sponge larva having a complex structure in which the flagellated layer is restricted to numerous small interstitial chambers intercalated between the incurrent and excurrent canals and the paragaster is reduced or lacking compare ascon, sycon

leuconoid

ˈlükəˌnȯid

adjective or noun

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Greek leukon, neuter of leukos white

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“Leucon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leucon. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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