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noun
- 1. the nose of a mammal, especially when it is long and mobile such as the trunk of an elephant or the snout of a tapir.
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noun. pro· bos· cis prə-ˈbä-səs -ˈbä-skəs. plural proboscises also proboscides prə-ˈbä-sə-ˌdēz. Synonyms of proboscis. 1. a. : the trunk of an elephant. also : any long flexible snout. b. : the human nose especially when prominent. 2.
PROBOSCIS definition: 1. the long nose of some animals, or the long tube-like mouth of some insects: 2. the long nose of…. Learn more.
A proboscis (/ p r oʊ ˈ b ɒ s ɪ s,-k ɪ s /) is an elongated appendage from the head of an animal, either a vertebrate or an invertebrate. In invertebrates, the term usually refers to tubular mouthparts used for feeding and sucking.
noun. a long flexible prehensile trunk or snout, as of an elephant. the elongated mouthparts of certain insects, adapted for piercing or sucking food. any similar part or organ. informal. a person's nose, esp if large.
Jun 24, 2021 · A proboscis refers to an elongated or projecting appendage in the head region of certain animals. In invertebrates, such as certain insects, annelids, mollusks, and ribbon worms, the proboscis is a hollow tubular cephalic appendage. In butterflies, in particular, their proboscis is connected to the oral region.
PROBOSCIS meaning: 1. the long nose of some animals, or the long tube-like mouth of some insects: 2. the long nose of…. Learn more.
(humorous) a large human nose. Word Origin. See proboscis in the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Check pronunciation: proboscis. Definition of proboscis noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Proboscis is the scientific term for certain mammals' noses, especially long and flexible ones such as an elephant's trunk or a tapir's snout. If someone calls your nose a proboscis, they mean you've got a pretty big 'un.
n. pl. pro·bos·cis·es or pro·bos·ci·des (-bŏs′ĭ-dēz′) 1. A long flexible snout or trunk, as of an elephant. 2. A slender, tubular organ in the head region of an invertebrate, such as certain insects and worms, usually used for sucking or piercing. 3. A human nose, especially a prominent one.
1. a long flexible prehensile trunk or snout, as of an elephant. 2. the elongated mouthparts of certain insects, adapted for piercing or sucking food. 3. any similar part or organ. 4. informal, facetious. a person's nose, esp if large. Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers. Word origin.
