təˌmɪər noun Zoology.
1.
a segment or division of the body having a corresponding segment or division that is opposite to it relative to the longitudinal axis of the body.
2.
a similar part in a radially symmetrical animal.
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antimere (ˈæntɪˌmɪə) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| Also called: actinomere a part or organ of a bilaterally or radially symmetrical organism that corresponds to a similar structure on the other side of the axis, such as the right or left limb of a four-legged animal | |
| antimeric | |
| —adj | |
| antimerism | |
| —n | |
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Antimere
is always a great word to know.
So is lollapalooza. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance. |
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antimere an·ti·mere (ān'tĭ-mēr')
n.
A segment of an animal body formed by planes cutting the axis of the body at right angles.
One of the corresponding parts of a bilaterally symmetrical organism.
The right or left half of the body.
an'ti·mer'ic (-měr'ĭk) adj.
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