Alary
- Pronunciation
- /AY-luh-ree/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Alarium
- Plural
- Alary
Definition
Relating to the wings or wing-like structures of insects.
Etymology
From Latin 'alaris', from 'ala', meaning 'wing'.
Example
The alary muscles in the thorax of insects are crucial for wing movement.
Synonyms
- Wing-related
- Alate
Related Terms
Usage Notes
The term 'alary' is often used in anatomical descriptions to specify components associated with an insect's wings.