EPITHECA


Meaning of EPITHECA in English

“+ noun

Etymology: New Latin, from epi- + -theca

1. : an external calcareous layer investing the lower portion of the theca of many corals

2. : the outer or upper half or valve of the diatom frustule — compare hypotheca

• epi·thecal “+ or epi·thecate “+ adjective

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