amoeboid

See also: amœboid

English

Alternative forms

• amœboid
• ameboid

Etymology

amoeba +‎ -oid

Adjective

amoeboid (comparative more amoeboid, superlative most amoeboid)

1. Alternative spelling of ameboid

Noun

amoeboid (plural amoeboids)

1. Single‐celled organism that moves or feeds by means of temporary projections, called pseudopods. They are taxonomically classified in a sub‐phylum called Sarcodina.