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remex

Syllabification: (re·mex)
Pronunciation: /ˈrēˌmeks/

Definition of remex

noun (plural remiges /ˈrēˌmiˌjēz/)

Ornithology
  • a flight feather. Compare with rectrix.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from Latin, literally 'rower', based on remus 'oar'

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