filamentary

[ fil-uh-men-tuh-ree ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

First recorded in 1835–45; filament + -ary

The base of the sack in several species is furnished with inwardly projecting filamentary appendages.

In all states, the filamentary appendages offer a good character.

Maxill, deeply notched: caudal appendages, multi-articulated: filamentary appendages, none.

Maxill, with the edge square and straight: caudal appendages uniarticulate: filamentary appendages, none.

Maxill with two tufts of fine bristles, separated by larger spines: caudal appendages uniarticulate: filamentary appendages none.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

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