compound eye
US /ˈkɑːm.paʊnd aɪ/
UK /ˈkɑːm.paʊnd aɪ/
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复眼
an eye consisting of an array of numerous small visual units, as found in insects and crustaceans.
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The fly's compound eye allows it to detect movement from many directions.
苍蝇的复眼使其能够从多个方向检测运动。
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Crustaceans also possess compound eyes, which are often stalked.
甲壳类动物也拥有复眼，通常是带柄的。