unicellular Definition
- 1consisting of a single cell
- 2pertaining to an organism or life form that is composed of a single cell
Using unicellular: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unicellular" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Bacteria and protozoa are unicellular organisms.
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The amoeba is a unicellular organism that can be found in freshwater.
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Algae can be either unicellular or multicellular.
unicellular Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for unicellular
- monocellular
- single-celled
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Summary: unicellular in Brief
'Unicellular' [yoo-nuh-sel-yuh-ler] describes something that consists of a single cell, usually referring to an organism or life form. Examples include bacteria, protozoa, and amoebas. Algae can be either unicellular or multicellular.
