Calamistrum
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /kæləˈmɪstɹəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Calamistrum is a noun meaning (zoology) A comb-like structure on the metatarsus of the hind legs of cribellate spiders (Ciniflonidae), used to comb out fine bands of silk in the construction of their webs.
Meaning
(zoology) A comb-like structure on the metatarsus of the hind legs of cribellate spiders (Ciniflonidae), used to comb out fine bands of silk in the construction of their webs.
Word Forms
- calamistra
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include strickle, flaxcomb, spiderweb, spinnerule, tramel, cobweb.
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