Cephalate refers to something that has a head or a rounded mass at one end, such as a cephalated egg, which has a rounded head or "head" end.
"Cephalate" Examples
Usage Examples of "Cephalate"
The head of the cephalate worm was covered in tiny, sucking mouths that pierced the skin of their host. In this specimen, the cephalate region has been preserved remarkably well, allowing us to study its anatomy in detail. The cephalate anterior end of the worm is clearly visible in this illustration, complete with its pair of tentacles. During mating, the male and female cephalate worms entwine their bodies, a unique behavior among the Enterobacteria phylum. In contrast to the more primitive species, the cephalate worms have developed a more complex nervous system, allowing for more sophisticated behaviors.