monomya Meaning, Definition & Usage

Mo*no"my*a, Mon`o*my*a"ri*a noun plural (Also<

• Monomya
• Monomyaria

)

Etymology

NL., fr. Gr. single + , , muscle.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) An order of lamellibranchs having but one muscle for closing the shell, as the oyster.