denticle (Meaning)
Wordnet
denticle (n)
small pointed ridge on the exoskeleton of an arthropod
Webster
denticle (n.)
A small tooth or projecting point.
Synonyms & Antonyms of denticle
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denticle Sentence Examples
- The shark's skin is covered in tiny denticles that help reduce drag as it swims.
- The microscope revealed intricate patterns of denticles on the beetle's exoskeleton.
- Botanists observed numerous denticles along the edges of the plant's leaves.
- The ancient fossil exhibited well-preserved denticles along its jawline.
- The dentist used a specialized tool to remove a small denticle lodged between the patient's teeth.
- The caterpillar's body was adorned with rows of tiny denticles for protection.
- Microscopic examination revealed the presence of denticles on the surface of the insect's wings.
- The archaeologist discovered a fossilized fish scale with distinct denticles.
- The surgeon carefully navigated around the delicate denticles near the patient's nasal cavity.
- The engineer drew inspiration from the design of shark denticles to develop more efficient underwater vehicles.
FAQs About the word denticle
small pointed ridge on the exoskeleton of an arthropodA small tooth or projecting point.
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The shark's skin is covered in tiny denticles that help reduce drag as it swims.
The microscope revealed intricate patterns of denticles on the beetle's exoskeleton.
Botanists observed numerous denticles along the edges of the plant's leaves.
The ancient fossil exhibited well-preserved denticles along its jawline.
