What does "cnidocyte" mean?

A capsule, in certain cnidarians, containing a barbed, string-like tube that transfers a paralyzing sting.

What is a synonym for "cnidocyte"?

Common synonyms include: cnidarian stinging cells.

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Noun

1
A capsule, in certain cnidarians, containing a barbed, string-like tube that transfers a paralyzing sting.
2
A jellyfish tentacle.

From translingual Cnidaria, from Ancient Greek κνίδη (knídē, “nettle”) + -cyte (“cell type”).