chelicera

Noun

One of a pair of appendages found in arachnids, such as spiders and scorpions, used for feeding and defense.

ریشه

From the Greek word 'khēlē' meaning 'claw'.

مثال

• The spider's chelicerae are used to inject venom into its prey.
• The scorpion's chelicerae are strong and sharp.
• The chelicerae of the harvestman are used for grasping food.