What is another word for pseudopod?
Pronunciation: [sˈuːdə͡ʊpˌɒd] (IPA) 
Pseudopod is a term used in cell biology to describe a temporary protrusion of the cell membrane that allows movement and engulfment of particles. However, there are several synonyms for pseudopod that can be used to describe this cell behavior. These include amoeboid movement, cytoplasmic streaming, protrusive movement, and filopodia. Amoeboid movement is the most widely used synonym for pseudopod and describes the movement of cells that resemble amoeba. Cytoplasmic streaming, or cytoplasmic flow, describes the movement of cell contents along the pseudopod, while protrusive movement describes the projection of the pseudopod from the body of the cell. Filopodia are thin, spike-like projections that extend from the cell membrane and are used for sensory functions.
