hypopygium

/hɪˈpɒpɪɡi.əm/

Definitions

1. noun

The posterior segment of a male insect’s abdomen, especially the terminal part that bears the genital appendages.

“The hypopygium of the male crane fly is distinctive and can be used for identification purposes.”

Synonyms

  • genital appendage
  • posterior segment

Antonyms

  • anterior segment
  • non-genital structure