강장동물의 생활사 중 한 단계로, 종 모양의 몸체와 촉수를 가진 자유 유영 생식형.
A free-swimming sexual stage in the life cycle of many coelenterates, such as jellyfish, characterized by a bell-shaped body and trailing tentacles.
예문:
"The life cycle of the moon jelly alternates between a sessile polyp and a mobile medusa."
"Researchers observed the medusa stage of the hydrozoan under a microscope."
일반적으로 해파리를 일컫는 말.
A common term for a jellyfish, particularly referring to its umbrella-like appearance.
예문:
"The clear water revealed several medusas floating near the surface of the bay."
"Swimmers were warned to stay away from the stinging medusae in the area."