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chaeta

 

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Noun chaeta has 1 sense
  1. chaeta - a stiff chitinous seta or bristle especially of an annelid worm
    --1 is a kind of
    seta

Definitions from the Web

Term: Chaeta

Noun:

1. A stiff bristle or bristle-like structure, especially on an insect, worm, or plant.

- The caterpillar had long chaetae along its body, providing it with protection.

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2. (Zoology) One of the bristle-like appendages found on the body segments of certain annelid worms, used for locomotion or sensory purposes.

- The chaetae on the marine worm helped it move smoothly through the sand.

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Verb:

1. (Rare) To provide or equip with chaetae.

- The scientist experimented with chaetaing artificial limbs to simulate the movement of worms.

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Adjective:

1. (Obsolete) Having chaetae or bristles.

- The chaeta cat was known for its unique fur texture.

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