Spiracular bristles

Pronunciation
/SPAIR-ih-kul-ar bris-tuhls/
Category
Anatomy
Singular
Spiracular bristle
Plural
Spiracular bristles

Definition

Bristles found in close proximity to a spiracle.

Etymology

From the Latin word 'spiraculum', meaning 'a breathing hole', and 'bristle' from Old English 'byrst'.

Example

Spiracular bristles help to regulate airflow through the spiracles.

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