flagellum meaning and definition

Definition and meaning of flagellum at MeaningMonkey.org. flagellum meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.

FLAGELLUM noun

Definition of flagellum (noun)

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

Source: Princeton University Wordnet

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