Pubescence

Pronunciation
/puh-BEH-senss/
Category
Morphology
Singular
Pubescence
Plural
Pubescences

Definition

The presence of fine, short hairs on the body of insects or plants. In entomology, it refers to the hair-like structures that can be found on insects.

Etymology

From Latin 'pubescere', meaning 'to become hairy'.

Example

The beetle's pubescence helps in identifying its species.

Synonyms

  • Hairiness
  • Pilosity

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