brachiopods

One of the muscles which open the shell of brachiopods

The peduncle or stem by which various marine animals are attached, as certain brachiopods and goose barnacles. n

(zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell

n the cloak as a symbol of authority n United States baseball player (1931-1997) n the layer of the earth between the crust and the core n anything that covers n (zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell n shelf that projects from wall above fireplace n hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window) n a sleeveless garment like a cloak but shorter v spread over a surface, like a mantle v cover like a mantle

n the layer of unmyelinated neurons (the grey matter) forming the cortex of the cerebrum n (zoology) a protective layer of epidermis in mollusks or brachiopods that secretes a substance forming the shell n (Roman Catholic Church) vestment consisting of a band encircling the shoulders with two lappets hanging in front and back n cloak or mantle worn by men in ancient Rome