tegmen
a cover, covering, orintegument.
Botany. the delicate inner integument of a seed.: Compare testa.
Entomology. (in certain orthopterous insects) one of a pair of leathery forewings that forms a protective covering for the hindwings.
Origin of tegmen
1Other words from tegmen
- teg·mi·nal [teg-muh-nl], /ˈtɛg mə nl/, adjective
- sub·teg·mi·nal, adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for tegmen
/ (ˈtɛɡmən) /
either of the leathery forewings of the cockroach and related insects
the delicate inner covering of a seed
any similar covering or layer
Origin of tegmen
1Derived forms of tegmen
- tegminal, adjective
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Scientific definitions for tegmen
[ tĕg′mən ]
A covering or integument, such as the tough leathery forewing of certain insects or the inner coat of a seed.
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