chilidium

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A plate covering a portion of the dorsal valve in certain brachiopods.

Word forms

chilidium chilidia

Etymology

From chil(o)-, alternative form of cheilo- + -idium.

Derived words

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