epipharynx
epipharynx · epipharynxes · epipharynges
A structure that overlaps the mouth in certain insects, such as beetles and mothsA structure that overlaps the mouth in certain insects, such as beetles and moths.
Meaning
2 senses(rare)The nasopharynx.
A structure that overlaps the mouth in certain insects, such as beetles and moths.
Origin
From epi- + pharynx.From epi- + pharynx.
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Forms
plural: epipharynxes / epipharynges| Singular | epipharynx |
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