Corneule
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɔː(ɹ)nijuːl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Corneule is a noun meaning (archaic, zoology) One of the corneas of a compound eye in certain invertebrates.
Meaning
(archaic, zoology) One of the corneas of a compound eye in certain invertebrates.
Example Sentences
Behind each “corneule" is a layer of dark pigment, which takes the place, and serves the purpose, of the “iris” in the eyes of Vertebrate animals.
Word Forms
- corneules
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include corneocyte, corneosome, coenenchym, facet, exocone, corallum.
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