amphistomous Definition
having a mouth at both ends of the body.
Using amphistomous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "amphistomous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The amphistomous worm can eat from either end of its body.
Example
Some species of fish are amphistomous, allowing them to catch prey in either direction.
Origins of amphistomous
from Greek 'amphi-' meaning 'both' and 'stoma' meaning 'mouth'
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Summary: amphistomous in Brief
'Amphistomous' [am-fuh-stoh-muhs] is an adjective that describes an organism having a mouth at both ends of its body. This characteristic is found in some species of worms and fish, allowing them to catch prey in either direction.
