swarmer noun1.
['swɔ:mǝ] M19.[from SWARM verb1 + -ER1.]1. Any of a number that swarm; one of a swarm (as of insects);
spec. (
Biology) =
swarm cell s.v.
SWARM noun; (
Bacteriology) =
swarmer cell below.
M19.2. A beehive adapted for swarming, or from which a swarm is sent out.
M19.
Comb.:
swarmer cell Bacteriology a flagellated motile cell produced by certain species of stalked bacteria and slime moulds.
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