spugna

Definitions of spugna
  1. noun
    primitive multicellular marine animal whose porous body is supported by a fibrous skeletal framework; usually occurs in sessile colonies
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    type of:
    invertebrato
    any animal lacking a backbone or notochord; the term is not used as a scientific classification
  2. noun
    a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage
    synonyms: sanguisuga
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    type of:
    accolito, continuatore, leghista, seguace, seguito
    a person who accepts the leadership of another
  3. noun
    a porous mass of interlacing fibers that forms the internal skeleton of various marine animals and usable to absorb water or any porous rubber or cellulose product similarly used
  4. noun
    a pile fabric (usually cotton) with uncut loops on both sides; used to make bath towels and bath robes
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    type of:
    stoffa, tessuto
    artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
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