osculum

/ˈɑskjələm/
noun
  1. A small mouthlike opening or pore, especially in sponges.
    • The biologist pointed to the osculum as the sponge's main outlet.
    • Water exits the sponge through the osculum at the top.
    • Each osculum in the coral structure allows water to flow out.
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