scaphocerite

English

Etymology

From scapho- +‎ Ancient Greek κέρας (kéras, “horn”) +‎ -ite.

Noun

scaphocerite (plural scaphocerites)

  1. (zoology) A flattened plate or scale attached to the second joint of the antennae of many crustaceans, typically used for locomotion, but which sometimes has a sensory function.
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