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单词 epimeron
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Definition of epimeron in English:

epimeron

nounPlural epimerons, Plural epimera ˌɛpɪˈmɪːrənˌepəˈmi(ə)rˌän
  • (in insects) the posterior part of the side wall of a thoracic segment.

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    Example sentencesExamples
    • Its posterior margin runs at right angles to the longitudinal axis, before swinging inwards to form distinct genal angles and a genal epimeron on the left-hand side.
    • Where the posterior margin intercepts the lateral margin on either side, a sharp, posteriorly directed epimeron is formed.
    • Together the epimera on each side form a wall that encloses and protects the space ventral to the sternites.

Origin

Mid 19th century: from epi- 'near' + Greek mēros 'thigh'.

Definition of epimeron in US English:

epimeron

nounˌepəˈmi(ə)rˌän
  • (in insects) the posterior part of the sidewall of a thoracic segment.

    〔昆〕(昆虫的)后侧片

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Its posterior margin runs at right angles to the longitudinal axis, before swinging inwards to form distinct genal angles and a genal epimeron on the left-hand side.
    • Together the epimera on each side form a wall that encloses and protects the space ventral to the sternites.
    • Where the posterior margin intercepts the lateral margin on either side, a sharp, posteriorly directed epimeron is formed.

Origin

Mid 19th century: from epi- ‘near’ + Greek mēros ‘thigh’.

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