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antennary

antennary

9.9
Relating to the thin feelers on insects
  • adjective
  • /ænˈtɛnəri/
  • Specialized
: antennario
  • Changes in the antennary morphology can affect an insect's sense of smell.

Examples

  • The antennary structures of the moth are quite complex.

  • The scientist examined the antennary segments under the microscope for structural differences.

  • Certain sugars have a unique antennary pattern, influencing their biological functions.

  • Insects rely heavily on their antennary senses to navigate their environment.

  • The scientist examined the antennary structures of various insects to understand how these features help them sense their surroundings.

  • Changes in the antennary morphology can significantly impact how insects detect pheromones in their environment.

  • Insects utilize their antennary appendages to gather information about their surroundings, enhancing their ability to find food.

Synonyms

antennal
vsantennary
  • Specialized
1 8.8

Relating to the feelers on insects such as moths and bees

is identical in meaning but differs as an alternate adjective form

Surface Forms

antennary positive

Morphology

antennary = antenna (transparent) = antenna + ary

Formed by straightforward adjective derivation from 'antenna' + '-ary', meaning 'pertaining to antennae', which is directly inferable.

Etymology

Antennary comes from antenna, a word that first meant a ship's long pole or 'yard'. People later used antenna for the thin 'feelers' on insects and for radio rods, so antennary means 'related to antennae'.