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单词 pronotum
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Definition of pronotum in English:

pronotum

noun prəʊˈnəʊt(ə)m
Entomology
  • The dorsal sclerite or tergum of the prothorax of an insect, which in certain groups such as coleopterans (beetles) and orthopterans (crickets, etc.) forms a protective shield over the thorax.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in William Shuckard (?1803–1868), entomologist. From German Pronotum from pro- + ancient Greek νῶτον. For note on parallel formations see mesonotum.

 
 

Definition of pronotum in US English:

pronotum

nounprəʊˈnəʊt(ə)m
Entomology
  • The dorsal sclerite or tergum of the prothorax of an insect, which in certain groups such as coleopterans (beetles) and orthopterans (crickets, etc.) forms a protective shield over the thorax.

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in William Shuckard (?1803–1868), entomologist. From German Pronotum from pro- + ancient Greek νῶτον. For note on parallel formations see mesonotum.

 
 
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