labium

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Endolabium: the inner or mouth surface of the labium: the hypopharynx when that is well developed.

From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.

The outer row of teeth of the lower labium is sometimes a little shorter or longer than the figure shows, but the average is about as indicated.

From The Tadpoles of Bufo cognatus Say by Smith, Hobart M.

B, Piercing mouth of a Mosquito: a, labial palps; b, labium epi-pharynx; c, labium; d and e, maxill�; f, labrum; g, antenn�; h and i, ocelli: hy, hypopharynx; j, labial palp.

From The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 2: Ebert to Estremadura by Various

Under side of head of Diplax, with the labium or mask fully extended. x, x', x''the three subdivisions of the labium. y, the maxillæ or second pair of jaws.

From Our Common Insects A Popular Account of the Insects of Our Fields, Forests, Gardens and Houses by Packard, A. S. (Alpheus Spring)

N. test� depress�, alb�, maculis castaneis ornat�; spir� brevissim�; columell� basi crass�, plan�, ad labium interius sinu annex�.

From Zoological Illustrations, Volume II or Original Figures and Descriptions of New, Rare, or Interesting Animals by Swainson, William