metathorax
US /ˌmetəˈθɔːræks/
UK /ˌmet.əˈθɔː.ræks/
名詞
後胸
the posterior segment of the thorax of an insect, bearing the hindmost pair of legs and, in winged insects, the hind wings
例:
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The insect's metathorax is clearly visible, supporting its powerful hind legs.
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In many flying insects, the hind wings are attached to the metathorax.
多くの飛翔昆虫では、後翅は後胸に付着している。