labellum
Meaning
- The lower central petal of a flower (especially an orchid), usually developed to be showy and attract pollinators.
- Part of the mouth of an insect, especially the sucking mouthparts of a fly.
Translations
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ləˈbɛl.əm/
Etymology
From Latin labellum (“small lip”), diminutive of labrum (“lip”).
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