Rectal pad
- Pronunciation
- /rek-tal pad/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Rectal pad
- Plural
- Rectal pads
Definition
A section of the rectum containing enlarged cells that take up water and ions from the rectum, aiding in water recovery and ion balance in insects.
Etymology
From Latin 'rectus', meaning 'straight', and 'pad', referring to the thickened area.
Example
Rectal pads are important for water recovery in insects.