Pterostigma
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pterostigma is a noun meaning (entomology) A spot on the outer wing of insects which is often thickened or coloured and so stands out from the rest; it is a group of specialized cells and has an effect on flight dynamics.
Meaning
(entomology) A spot on the outer wing of insects which is often thickened or coloured and so stands out from the rest; it is a group of specialized cells and has an effect on flight dynamics.
Example Sentences
The pterostigma is particularly noticeable in dragonflies.
Word Forms
- pterostigmata
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pseudopterostigma, sterigma, pterygium, chromatophore, morphostage, stigmatophore.
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