What does SETAE mean?

setae

Parts of Speech: noun

Definitions:

1. any of the stiff bristles or spines that serve as a support or protection, especially in invertebrates, such as worms and insects.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsiːtiː/
• UK: /ˈsiːtiː/

Origin and Usage:

The word "setae" comes from the Latin word "seta," meaning "bristle" or "hair." It is commonly used in biology to describe the stiff bristles or spines that serve as a support or protection in invertebrates, such as worms and insects.

Synonyms:

• bristles
• spines
• hairs

Related Words:

• spike
• bract
• theca
• spore
• stipe

Example Sentences:

1. The earthworms body is covered in setae, which help it move through soil.
2. The caterpillar has sharp setae that protect it from predators.
3. Beetles have setae on their legs that help them cling to surfaces.