Epiphysis
- Pronunciation
- /eh-PIF-ih-sis/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Epiphysis
- Plural
- Epiphyses
Definition
A pad occurring on the inner aspect of the front tibiae in some Lepidoptera.
Etymology
From Greek 'epi-', meaning 'upon', and 'physis', meaning 'growth'.
Example
The epiphyses of the Luna moth help to secure its wings during flight.