seta
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9.9
A stiff hair on animals and plants that helps them feel or move
- noun
- /ˈsiːtə/
- Specialized
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seta
- The underside of the gecko's toes is lined with microscopic setae that allow it to climb smooth surfaces.
Examples
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Under the microscope, each segment of the worm has pairs of setae for movement.
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The insect's seta helped it sense its surroundings.
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The caterpillar is covered in tiny setae that can cause skin irritation if touched.
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Some plants have setae that trap insects.
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The seta on the insect's body helps it sense its environment.
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Some plants use setae to trap insects for nutrition.
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The scientist studied the seta to understand the adaptation of the species.
Synonyms
bristle
vsseta
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3.5
A short stiff hair on animals, plants, or in brushes
refers specifically to such hairs found on animal or plant bodies
Surface Forms
Etymology
Seta comes from Latin seta, which means 'bristle' or 'stiff hair'. So a seta is simply a stiff hair or bristle on an animal or plant.