adjective
- resembling an amoeba in shape or movement; having an irregular, constantly changing form
- moving or flowing in a manner similar to an amoeba; capable of changing shape
Usage: biology; commonly used in scientific and medical contexts
Usage: descriptive
Examples
- The amoeboid organism moved slowly across the microscope slide.
- White blood cells have an amoeboid shape that allows them to squeeze through tissue.
- The blob-like creature had an amoeboid form that shifted and reformed constantly.
- Scientists observed amoeboid movement in the single-celled organism.
- The amoeboid structure of the slime mold enabled it to navigate the maze.
- Under the microscope, the cell displayed amoeboid characteristics.