Meaning of the word mesothorax in English
What does mesothorax mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mesothorax
US /ˌmɛsoʊˈθɔːræks/
UK /ˌmiː.zəʊˈθɔː.ræks/
Noun
the middle of the three segments of the thorax of an insect, bearing the forewings and the middle pair of legs.
Example:
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The forewings of the beetle are attached to its mesothorax.
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Each segment of the insect's thorax, including the mesothorax, bears a pair of legs.