tectibranchiate Meaning, Definition & Usage

Tec`ti*bran"chi*ate adjective

Etymology

L. tectus (p.p. of tegere to cover) + E. branchiate.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) Having the gills covered by the mantle; of or pertaining to the Tectibranchiata. -- n. A tectibranchiate mollusk.