acidopore
A conical structure with a small terminal opening, at the posterior end of an ant’s…A conical structure with a small terminal opening, at the posterior end of an ant’s gaster through which it sprays formic acid and associated hydrocarbons, collectively comprising the venom. This structure is unique to, but characteristic of all members of the ant subfamily Formicinae.
Meaning
1 senses(rare)A conical structure with a small terminal opening, at the posterior end of an ant’s gaster through which it sprays formic acid and associated hydrocarbons, collectively comprising the venom. This structure is unique to, but characteristic of all members of the ant subfamily Formicinae.
Origin
Ancient Greek -ο- (-o-)der.Ancient Greek -ο- (-o-)der.
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Forms
plural: acidopores| Singular | acidopore |
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See also
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