metamere

Noun

One of a series of similar segments or units that make up the body of an animal or plant.

ریشه

From Greek 'meta-' (meaning 'beyond' or 'transcending') and 'meros' (meaning 'part').

مثال

• The earthworm's body is divided into metameres.
• Each metamere of the centipede has its own pair of legs.
• The metameres of the plant stem allow for flexibility and growth.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Metamere of an animal Metamere of a plant Series of metameres Body divided into metameres