Spreader
- Pronunciation
- /SPREH-der/
- Category
- Entomology
- Singular
- Spreader
- Plural
- Spreaders
Definition
In entomology and arachnology, a device used to hold the wings of insects in place while they dry during the mounting process.
Etymology
From Latin 'spatum', meaning 'space,' and 'der' meaning 'device'.
Example
The entomologist used a spreader to carefully arrange the butterfly's wings.
Synonyms
- Wing spreader
Related Terms
- Insect mounting
- Pinning
- Drying board