cnida
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One of the peculiar stinging, cells found in Coelenterata; a nematocyst; a lasso cell.
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At least four hypotheses have been proposed: *Rapid contraction of fibers round the cnida may increase its internal pressure.
The thread is usually hollow and delivers chemicals from the cnida to the target.