prestomium

/prɛˈstoʊmiəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A flap of skin, especially one that is present at the base of a tail, such as in a whale or a fish.

“The scientist examined the prestomium of the dolphin to understand its unique characteristics.”

Synonyms

  • flap
  • fold

Antonyms

  • bulge
  • protrusion