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seta

Pronunciation: /ˈsiːtə/

Definition of seta

noun (plural setae /-tiː/)

chiefly Zoology
  • a stiff hair-like or bristle-like structure, especially in an invertebrate.
  • Botany (in a moss or liverwort) the stalk supporting the capsule.

Derivatives

setaceous

Pronunciation: /-ˈteɪʃəs/

adjective

setal

adjective

Origin:

late 18th century: from Latin, 'bristle'

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