What does mouthpart mean?
Definitions for mouthpart
ˈmaʊθˌpɑrtmouth·part
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Princeton's WordNet
mouthpartnoun
any part of the mouth of an insect or other arthropod especially one adapted to a specific way of feeding
Wiktionary
mouthpartnoun
An appendage-like structure on the outside of an insect's or other arthropod's mouth, serving to manipulate and masticate food.
The fans, or brushes, create currents in the water that direct food toward the larvae's mouthparts and help stuff the food into their deeply concealed mouths.
Etymology: From mouth + part.
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mouthpart
A mouthpart refers to any of the various organs or appendages located near or around the mouth used for ingesting food or processing food before ingestion. This can include structures such as jaws, teeth, beak, lips, tongue, and proboscis. The type, form and function of mouthparts can greatly vary across different species, particularly in the animal kingdom. For instance, among insects, mouthparts can be adapted for biting, chewing, sucking, or lapping.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of mouthpart in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of mouthpart in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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