pedipalpi
/pɛdɪˈpælpaɪ, -ˈpælpi/Definitions
1. noun
The pedipalps, in arachnology, are appendages found near the mouth of spiders and other arachnids, used for sensory perception, food manipulation, and other functions.
“The pedipalpi of the tarantula played a crucial role in its hunting process.”
2. plural noun
A group of pedipalps, often referring to the pedipalps of multiple individuals or species.
“The pedipalpi of various spider species were studied to understand their evolutionary adaptations.”