Definitions for: Spiculum

[n] small pointed structure serving as a skeletal element in various marine and freshwater invertebrates e.g. sponges and corals

Webster (1913) Definition: Spic"u*lum, n.; pl. Spicula. [L., a little point.]
(Zo["o]l.)
Same as Spicule.

Synonyms: spicule

See Also: appendage, outgrowth, process