trichobothrium en · NOUN
Etymology
From tricho- + bothrium.
Meanings
- An elongate external seta, present in many arachnids and various orders of insects, including Hemiptera and Thysanoptera. They function in the detection of airborne vibrations and air currents, including near-field sounds of central importance to their hearing and communication.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| trichobothria | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
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