decacanth

noun

dec·​a·​canth

ˈdekəˌkan(t)th

plural -s

: a 10-hooked cestodarian larva

called also lycophore

compare hexacanth

Word History

Etymology

deca- + -acanth (from Greek akantha thorn)

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

• More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
• Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
• Advanced search features
• Ad free!