setaceous
- Pronunciation
- /see-TAY-shuhs/
- Category
- Morphology
- Singular
- setaceous
- Plural
- setaceous
Definition
Resembling or having the characteristics of bristles or setae; bristly.
Etymology
From Latin 'seta', meaning 'bristle', and the suffix '-aceous', meaning 'pertaining to' or 'resembling'.
Example
The setaceous antennae of certain beetles are easily identifiable due to their bristle-like appearance.
Synonyms
- Bristly
- Setiferous
Related Terms
- Setae
- Antennae
- Morphology
Usage Notes
The term is often used to describe the texture or appearance of certain insect body parts, especially antennae or legs.