cephalomere

/sɛfəlɒˈmɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A segment of the head in certain invertebrates, especially an arthropod’s cephalon, which typically bears the eyes and mouth.

“The cephalomere of the insect was well-defined and separated from the other segments of its body.”

Synonyms

  • cephalon
  • segment

Antonyms

  • caudal
  • tail