Prothorax
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Prothorax is a noun meaning (entomology, zootomy) The anterior segment of the insect thorax; it carries the first pair of legs.
Meaning
(entomology, zootomy) The anterior segment of the insect thorax; it carries the first pair of legs.
Example Sentences
Holonym: thorax
Word Forms
- prothoraxes
- prothoraces
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include transverse, thorax, probasisternum, prophragma, episternum, propleuron.
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