How Do You Spell POLYSOMUS?

Pronunciation: [pˌɒlɪsˈɒməs] (IPA)

The word "polysomus" refers to an organism with multiple somites, or body segments. The spelling of this word can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The first syllable, "polys", is pronounced with a long "o" sound followed by a short "i" sound, represented in IPA as /poʊli/. The second syllable, "somus", is pronounced with a long "o" sound followed by a soft "m" and a short "u" sound, represented in IPA as /soʊməs/. Together, the word is pronounced as /poʊli-soʊməs/.

POLYSOMUS Meaning and Definition

  1. An imperfect double or triple monster with joined bodies.

    A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for POLYSOMUS

Etymology of POLYSOMUS

There is no record or evidence of the word "polysomus" in the English language. It is possible that "polysomus" is a misspelling or a term used in a specific context or field that is not widely recognized. Without additional information or context, it is challenging to determine the etymology or meaning of the word.

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