What is another word for cestida?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛstɪdə] (IPA) 
Cestida is a term used to describe a type of marine animal that is elongated and ribbon-like in shape. Synonyms for the word cestida include the terms cydippid, comb jelly, sea walnut, or sea gooseberry. These terms originate from the various features and characteristics of the cestida, such as its cilia-lined lobes that appear like combs, or its gelatinous bell-like body that resembles a jellyfish. Some may also refer to the cestida as the Venus's girdle, as it is said to resemble the girdle of the Roman goddess. Regardless of the term used, the cestida remains a fascinating and unique organism found in many oceans around the world.
