Calicle n. : One of the small cuplike cavities, often with elevated borders, covering the surface of most corals. Each is formed by a polyp. (b) One of the cuplike structures inclosing the zooids of certain hydroids. See Campanularian.Example:TaxonomyMerriam-Webster Online Dictionary, Dictionary, webster, Word Games, Webster Online Dictionary with audio pronunciations, Search Boxes, glossary, english, language, ESL, Merriam, start your free trial, Unabridged Dictionary, Open Dictionary, Learner's Dictionary, Word Central, Premium Services, Encyclopedia Britannica.Defination from the web:calicle from the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary with audio pronunciations, thesaurus, Word of the Day, and word games. ... Learn more about "calicle" and related topics at Britannica.com. See a map of "calicle" in the Visual Thesaurus. Pronunciation Symbols. Share this entry: ...
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