Definition of Clypeus

1. Noun. A shield-like plate on the front of an insect's head.

Generic synonyms: Protective Covering
Group relationships: Insect

Definition of Clypeus

1. n. The frontal plate of the head of an insect.

Definition of Clypeus

1. Noun. The shield-shaped front part of an insect's head or a spider's cephalothorax. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Clypeus

1. a shield-like structure [n CLYPEI] : CLYPEAL, CLYPEATE [adj]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Clypeus

clxv
clxx
clxxv
clxxx
cly
clycerole
clying
clype
clypeal
clypeastroid
clypeate
clyped
clypei
clypeiform
clypes
clypeus (current term)
clyping
clypt
clysis
clysmian
clysmic
clyster
clysters
cléché
cm
cmavo
cmc
cmd
cmdlet
cmdlets

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