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scopa

Syllabification: (sco·pa)
Pronunciation: /ˈskōpə/

Definition of scopa

noun (plural scopae /-pē/)

Zoology
  • a small brushlike tuft of hairs on some insects, especially that on which pollen collects on the leg of a bee.

Origin:

early 19th century: from Latin scopae (plural) 'twigs, broom'

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