aedeagus

[iːˈdiːəɡəs]

Definitions

1. noun

the male reproductive organ of certain insects, especially beetles, often in the form of a modified or specialized part of the abdomen or a paired appendage

“The aedeagus of the scarab beetle is a remarkable example of evolutionary adaptation.”

Synonyms

  • intromittent organ
  • penis

Antonyms

  • female reproductive organ