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Paramecium

Noun

A unicellular organism belonging to the class Ciliophora, characterized by its slipper-like shape and cilia-covered body.

Example sentence: Paramecia are commonly found in freshwater environments such as ponds and lakes.

Noun

The genus of protozoa to which the paramecium belongs.

Example sentence: Paramecium is a widely studied genus in the field of microbiology.

Noun

A small cavity or space outlined by epithelial cells.

Example sentence: The paramecium of the human lung provides a protective lining for the respiratory system.

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