Mastigote is a rare medical term that refers to a type of flagellated unicellular organism. The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /ˈmæstɪˌɡoʊt/. The spelling of mastigote originates from the Greek word "mastix," meaning whip, and "gote," meaning member, describing the organism's flagellum or whip-like appendage responsible for movement. Although mastigotes are not commonly mentioned, they play an essential role in maintaining the ecosystem's balance. This spelling may appear complex, but the IPA phonetic transcription helps readers understand how to pronounce it.
An individual member of the family Mastigophora.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.