Phylal

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Relating to a taxonomic phylum. not-comparable

    "Phylum Aschelminthes. Roundworms, rotifers, and gastrotrichs are grouped together for anatomical reasons as one phylum, although some authorities give each a phylal status."

Example

More examples

"Phylum Aschelminthes. Roundworms, rotifers, and gastrotrichs are grouped together for anatomical reasons as one phylum, although some authorities give each a phylal status."

Etymology

From phylum + -al.

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