pectiniform Synonyms
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pectiniform Meaning
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pectiniform (a.)
Comblike in form.
pectiniform Sentence Examples
- The delicate, pectiniform fronds of the maidenhair fern gracefully unfurl in the gentle breeze.
- The pectiniform mandibles of the harvestman are designed for chewing plant matter efficiently.
- The surface of the kelp is adorned with pectiniform projections that help it adhere to rocks.
- The pectiniform teeth of the sea urchin's Aristotle's lantern enable it to scrape algae from surfaces.
- The pectiniform gills of the scalloped spiny lobster provide it with a large surface area for gas exchange.
- The pectiniform leaves of the Venus flytrap close rapidly, trapping insects with their sharp barbs.
- The pectiniform scales of certain fish, such as the piranha, give them a razor-sharp bite.
- The pectiniform trichomes on the leaves of the stinging nettle inject formic acid into the skin.
- The pectiniform petals of the snapdragon resemble the teeth of an open mouth.
- The pectiniform bristles on the tongue of a cat help it to groom its fur and remove parasites.
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Comblike in form.
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The delicate, pectiniform fronds of the maidenhair fern gracefully unfurl in the gentle breeze.
The pectiniform mandibles of the harvestman are designed for chewing plant matter efficiently.
The surface of the kelp is adorned with pectiniform projections that help it adhere to rocks.
The pectiniform teeth of the sea urchin's Aristotle's lantern enable it to scrape algae from surfaces.
