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Definition of flagellum

a lash-like appendage used for locomotion (e.g., in sperm cells and some bacteria and protozoa)
a whip used to inflict punishment (often used for pedantic humor)

Similar Words: scourge

Part Meronyms: eubacteria, eubacterium, true bacteria, sperm, sperm cell, spermatozoon, spermatozoan

Derivational Morphology: flagellate, scourge

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