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any of the flagellated cells in sponges having a collar of cytoplasm around the flagellum; they maintain a flow of water through the body

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  1. n. any of the flagellated cells in sponges having a collar of cytoplasm around the flagellum; they maintain a flow of water through the body
  2. n any of the flagellated cells in sponges having a collar of cytoplasm around the flagellum; they maintain a flow of water through the body