tergite Meaning & Definition
/ˈtɜː(ɹ)d͡ʒaɪt/
What Does Tergite Mean?
Tergite is used as a noun meaning The dorsal portion of an articulate animal's arthromere or somite.
Tergite in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈtɜː(ɹ)d͡ʒaɪt/ |
| Plural | tergites |
Tergite Definition (Noun)
- The dorsal portion of an articulate animal's arthromere or somite.
Synonyms of Tergite
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Tergite synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
tergite (plural tergites)
Origin of Tergite
From Latin tergum (“back(side)”), + -ite.