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Cercus

Definition:

A cercus is a pair of appendages found on the rear end of certain insects, typically composed of two long, slender and flexible structures. They serve various functions such as navigation, sensing, and mating.

Possible Parts of Speech:

  • Noun - singular: cercus; plural: cerci

Senses:

  1. Anatomy: In insect anatomy, cercus refers to a pair of elongated, jointed sensory appendages projecting from the posterior segment of the abdomen.

Usages:

  1. Male mosquitoes use their cerci to locate females for mating.
  2. The cerci of a cockroach aid in detecting air currents and motion.

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