Organellid
Organellid is a rarely used term in biology. It is not an established term in modern cell biology and appears primarily in historical texts or informal discussions. The word is sometimes cited to denote small, organelle-like structures within cells, but there is no widely accepted definition, criteria, or scope for what an organellid should be. Etymologically, organellid derives from organellum or organelle with the suffix -id, suggesting resemblance rather than a distinct entity.
In current scientific usage, organellid carries little formal meaning. It is not recognized as a taxonomic
The term’s usage reflects historical attempts to categorize diverse intracellular bodies as research advanced, but it