filoplume

/fɪloʊˈpluːm/

Definitions

1. noun

a hair-like sensory organ found on the bodies of some arthropods, especially insects, that is sensitive to movement or vibrations.

“The filoplumes on the spider’s legs helped it detect the slightest movement of its prey.”

Synonyms

  • sensillum
  • vibrissae

Antonyms

  • insensate
  • numb