mouthpart

English

noun
Definitions
  • (usually in plural) An appendage-like structure on the outside of an insect's or other arthropod's mouth, serving to manipulate and masticate food.

Etymology

Compound from English mouth (river mouth) + English part (noun, verb).

Origin

English

part

Gloss

noun, verb

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