incrassate

Pronunciation
/in-KRAS-eyt/
Category
Morphology
Singular
incrassation
Plural
incrassations

Definition

Thickened or swollen, often used to describe the antennae or other appendages of insects.

Etymology

From Latin 'incrassatus', past participle of 'incrassare', meaning 'to make thick'.

Example

The incrassate antennae of some beetles help them in sensing their environment more effectively.

Synonyms

  • Thickened
  • Swollen
  • Dilated

Related Terms

Usage Notes

The term 'incrassate' is often used in descriptive entomology to specify parts of an insect's body that are thicker than usual.