mesorhine

/mɛsˈroʊraɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of nasal passage in certain insect larvae, especially those of the order Diptera.

“The mesorhine structure of the caterpillar’s respiratory system is a crucial adaptation for its development.”

2. noun

A type of nasal tube in the embryonic respiratory system of higher vertebrates.

“The mesorhine is an essential part of the developing embryo’s respiratory system.”

Synonyms

  • nasal tube
  • respiratory tube

Antonyms

  • aerophyte
  • oral passage