clypeus
noun as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:The variation in clypeus color is often an important factor in distinguishing different subspecies of bees.
Definition:The shield-shaped plate on the underside of a bee's head.
From Bee clypeus
Example:The clypeus in honeybees serves as a protective shield for the mouthparts and sensory organs located beneath it.
Definition:A broad, shield-like structure located on the underside of an insect's head, typically found in bees and some ants.
From Insect clypeus
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