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pleuron

Syllabification: (pleu·ron)
Pronunciation: /ˈplo͝oˌrän/
Definition of pleuron

noun (plural pleura /ˈplo͝orə/)

Zoology
  • the sidewall of each segment of the body of an arthropod.

Origin:

early 18th century: from Greek, literally 'side of the body, rib'

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