Basicerite
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Basicerite is a noun meaning (zoology) The second joint of the antennae of crustaceans. [from 19th c.].
Meaning
(zoology) The second joint of the antennae of crustaceans. [from 19th c.].
Example Sentences
He considers the characters of the external antennae, particularly of their second joint (basicerite) of paramount importance[…]
One of the major distinguishing features between A. barbara and A. clamator, the presence of a spine on the basicerite of the second antenna in the latter species, is inconsistent.
Word Forms
- basicerites
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include basipodite, podobranch, crustaceology, crab, podite, squame.
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