noun
- Plural of ectosarc; the outer layer of protoplasm in certain protozoans, distinct from the inner endosarc.
Usage: biology; technical; rare
Examples
- The ectosarcs of the amoeba provide structural support and protection.
- Microscopic examination revealed the distinct ectosarcs in the protozoan specimen.
- The ectosarcs differ in composition from the inner endosarc layer.