alitrunk (Meaning)
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alitrunk (n.)
The segment of the body of an insect to which the wings are attached; the thorax.
Synonyms & Antonyms of alitrunk
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alitrunk Sentence Examples
- The elephant's alitrunk, or proboscis, is a remarkable adaptation for grasping objects and bringing food to its mouth.
- As the ant colony expanded, workers tirelessly foraged for food and transported it back to the nest using their alitrunk.
- The termite queen's alitrunk is significantly larger than that of the worker termites, emphasizing her role as the reproductive center of the colony.
- Insects like bees use their alitrunk to extract nectar from flowers and carry it back to the hive.
- The anatomy of certain beetles includes a robust alitrunk, providing protection for vital internal organs.
- The butterfly's delicate alitrunk is a crucial part of its body structure, supporting its ability to fly gracefully.
- The praying mantis uses its alitrunk to grasp and immobilize prey with precision before consuming it.
- Some species of ants have spines on their alitrunk, serving as a defensive mechanism against predators.
- The spider's alitrunk is connected to its abdomen by a slender waist, contributing to its distinctive body shape.
- The evolutionary development of the alitrunk in various insect species reflects adaptations to their unique ecological roles.
FAQs About the word alitrunk
The segment of the body of an insect to which the wings are attached; the thorax.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The elephant's alitrunk, or proboscis, is a remarkable adaptation for grasping objects and bringing food to its mouth.
As the ant colony expanded, workers tirelessly foraged for food and transported it back to the nest using their alitrunk.
The termite queen's alitrunk is significantly larger than that of the worker termites, emphasizing her role as the reproductive center of the colony.
Insects like bees use their alitrunk to extract nectar from flowers and carry it back to the hive.
