acalephae Meaning, Definition & Usage
Ac`a*le"phæ noun plural
(Also<
- Acalephae
- Acalephæ
)
Etymology
NL., from Gr. , a nettle.Definitions
A group of Coelenterata, including the Medusæ or jellyfishes, and hydroids; -- so called from the stinging power they possess. Sometimes called sea nettles .
