Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun Same as
pleuron .
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Examples
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Dorsopleural suture: Diptera; the lateral suture between dorsal and pleurum from the humeri through the base of the wing: separates the mesonotum from the pleura.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology John. B. Smith
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Laterodorsal: the point of junction of dorsum and pleurum.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology John. B. Smith
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Lateroventral: the point of junction of sternum and pleurum.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology John. B. Smith
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