appendages

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Mr Teller said the name was also inspired by the distinctive pale "knuckles" on the small leg-like appendages at the side of the spider's mouth.

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2025

It basically means the Big Man’s appendages aren’t able to circulate blood back up to the rest of his body the way they once did, so fluids are pooling in his ankles—hence the swelling.

From Slate • Jul. 18, 2025

The wiggly appendages sweep the air to detect pheromones that raise alarms, lay trails, and help the insects navigate their social lives.

From Science Magazine • Jun. 13, 2024

"Our findings suggest that semi-autologous skin grafts containing hair follicles and other skin appendages can be generated in vivo and engrafted successfully," says Dr. Hiromitsu Nakauchi, senior author.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2024

He’d described the way dragons flew, with special appendages on their wings.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack