calcispongiae Meaning, Definition & Usage

Cal`ci*spon"gi*æ noun plural (Also<

• Calcispongiae
• Calcispongiæ

)

Etymology

NL., fr. L. calx, calcis, lime + spongia a sponge.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) An order of marine sponges, containing calcareous spicules. See Porifera.