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chelicerous

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective chelicerous has 1 sense
  1. chelicerous - having chelicerae

Definitions from the Web

Chelicerous

Definition

Chelicerous refers to the presence of chelicerae, which are specialized appendages near the mouth of certain arthropods, particularly arachnids.

Senses

  1. Relating to or possessing chelicerae.

Usage

  • The spider's chelicerous mouthparts helped it capture and immobilize its prey.
  • The scorpion's chelicerous claws were used for grasping and tearing its food.
  • Chelicerous arachnids, such as spiders and ticks, have characteristic mouth structures.

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