CLYPEUS


Meaning of CLYPEUS in English

[ 'klɪpɪəs ]

■ noun ( plural clypei -pɪʌɪ ) Entomology a broad plate at the front of an insect's head.

Derivatives

clypeal adjective

Origin

C19: from L., lit. 'round shield'.

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