PLE
- Pronunciation
- /P-L-E/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Not applicable
- Plural
- Not applicable
Definition
Abbreviation for 'posterolateral eye,' one of the secondary eyes situated towards the back and sides of an arachnid's cephalothorax.
Etymology
An acronym derived from 'posterolateral eye,' rooted in Latin: 'postero-' meaning 'behind' or 'rear' and 'lateralis' meaning 'side.'
Example
In some spiders, the PLEs are crucial for detecting motion and aiding in navigation.
Synonyms
- Posterolateral eyes
Related Terms
- Primary eyes
- Ocelli
- Cephalothorax
Usage Notes
PLE is commonly used in the context of arachnid anatomy and is usually found in scientific literature concerning spider morphology.