labellum

Meaning

1. The lower central petal of a flower (especially an orchid), usually developed to be showy and attract pollinators.
2. Part of the mouth of an insect, especially the sucking mouthparts of a fly.

Synonyms

lip

flabs

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ləˈbɛl.əm/

Etymology

From Latin labellum (“small lip”), diminutive of labrum (“lip”).