halichondriae Meaning, Definition & Usage

Hal`i*chon"dri*æ noun plural (Also<

• Halichondriae
• Halichondriæ

)

Etymology

NL., fr. Gr. , , sea + cartilage.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) An order of sponges, having simple siliceous spicules and keratose fibers; -- called also Keratosilicoidea.