Definition of Photaphore

Pho"to*phore (?), n. [Photo- + Gr. &?; to bear.] 1. (Med.) A form of endoscope using an electric light.

2. (Zoöl.) A light-emitting organ; specif., one of the luminous spots on certain marine (mostly deep-sea) fishes.

Pho"to*phore (?), n. [Photo- + Gr. &?; to bear.] 1. (Med.) A form of endoscope using an electric light.

2. (Zoöl.) A light-emitting organ; specif., one of the luminous spots on certain marine (mostly deep-sea) fishes.

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