Nasus
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈneɪ.zəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Nasus is a noun meaning (entomology) A prolongation on the front of the head of a cranefly.
Meaning
(entomology) A prolongation on the front of the head of a cranefly.
More Meanings
- (entomology) A horn-like elongated rostrum on the head of soldier termites of the subfamily Nasutiterminae, capable of producing and spraying noxious secretions for defense.
Word Forms
- nasi
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include proboscis, rostrulum, gonarcus, notopleuron, haustellum, rhinophore.
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