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Definition of Peritreme

1. n. That part of the integument of an insect which surrounds the spiracles.

Definition of Peritreme

1. Noun. (zoology) That part of the integument of an insect which surrounds the spiracles. ¹

2. Noun. (zoology) The edge of the aperture of a univalve shell. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Peritreme

1. That part of the integument of an insect which surrounds the spiracles. The edge of the aperture of a univalve shell. Origin: Pref. Peri- + Gr. A hole. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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