Patellula
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /pəˈtɛljʊlə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Patellula is a noun meaning (zoology) A cup-like sucker on the feet of certain insects.
Meaning
(zoology) A cup-like sucker on the feet of certain insects.
More Meanings
- (botany) A flat, disk-like structure found on some plants (especially bryophytes), algae, and fungi, often aiding in reproduction or attachment to substrates.
Word Forms
- patellulae
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include patellid, pulvillus, patelloid, palule, pedipalp, palp.
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