Accessory Vein

Pronunciation
/ak-SES-so-ree veen/
Category
Anatomy
Singular
Accessory Vein
Plural
Accessory Veins

Definition

An extra branch of a longitudinal vein in the wings of insects.

Etymology

From Latin 'accessorius', meaning 'additional' or 'accessory'.

Example

The accessory veins in the wings of some insects provide additional support and structural integrity.

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