aedoeagus
|ae-doe-a-gus|
C2
/iːˈdiːəɡəs/
insect copulatory organ
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aedoeagus' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aidoion,' where 'aidoios' meant 'genitals.'
Historical Evolution
'aidoion' transformed into the Latin word 'aedoeagus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aedoeagus.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'genital organ,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'copulatory organ in insects.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the copulatory organ of an insect, particularly in male insects, used for transferring sperm to the female.
The aedoeagus is a crucial part of the reproductive system in many insects.
Synonyms
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