aedeagus
|ae-de-a-gus|
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/iːˈdiːəɡəs/
insect copulatory organ
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aedeagus' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aidoion,' where 'aidoi-' meant 'genitals' and '-eagus' is a suffix used in anatomical terms.
Historical Evolution
'aidoion' transformed into the Latin word 'aedeagus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aedeagus.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'genital organ,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the copulatory organ of male insects, part of the reproductive system.
The aedeagus is crucial for the mating process in many insect species.
Last updated: 2025/05/16 22:06