Definition

A stage in the life cycle of certain mollusks where they have a special structure called a velum, which helps them swim and feed.

Example

The veliger stage is crucial for the development of many marine mollusks.

Conversation

Did you know that a veliger is an early stage of a mollusk?

Really? I had no idea what a veliger was.

Yeah, it's fascinating how they develop their velum during this stage.

That sounds interesting! I love learning about marine life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Veliger → It is formed from "velum" (meaning sail) and "-ger" (meaning bearer). The word describes an organism that bears a sail-like structure, typically referring to a larval stage in certain mollusks that have a ciliated structure used for swimming.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tiny creature that 'bears' ('-ger') a 'sail' ('velum') to help it move through the water — that's what a veliger is.

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