palpi

/ˈpɑlpaɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a pair of appendages, typically sensory organs, found at the base of the mouth in certain invertebrates, especially arachnids and insects

“The arachnid’s palpi were highly sensitive to its surroundings.”

Synonyms

  • appendages
  • sensory organs

Antonyms

  • appendages
  • limbs