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单词 prostheca
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Definition of prostheca in English:

prostheca

noun prɒsˈθiːkə
Entomology
  • In various insects: a flexible projection from the base of the mandible.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in William Kirby (1759–1850), entomologist and naturalist. From ancient Greek προσθήκη addition, appendage from πρός to + θήκη case, after προστιθέναι to put to, add.

Definition of prostheca in US English:

prostheca

nounprɒsˈθiːkə
Entomology
  • In various insects: a flexible projection from the base of the mandible.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in William Kirby (1759–1850), entomologist and naturalist. From ancient Greek προσθήκη addition, appendage from πρός to + θήκη case, after προστιθέναι to put to, add.

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