1. Plural of mastigophoran; protozoans that move by means of one or more flagella.
Usage: biology; technical; plural form

Examples

• Mastigophorans are single-celled organisms found in both freshwater and marine environments.
• The biologist studied mastigophorans under the microscope to observe their flagellar movement.
• Many mastigophorans are parasitic and can cause disease in humans and animals.
• Mastigophorans use their flagella to propel themselves through liquid media.
• In the laboratory, mastigophorans were cultured in nutrient-rich solutions.