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Insects Sensor

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noun

• A pedipalp, an appendage found near the mouth in invertebrates; has a variety of functions but is often primarily used for predating.

• A fleshy part of a fingertip.

• Short for palpation.

verb

• To feel, to explore by touch.

adjective

• Palpatory; obtained by palpation.

32%9 Mandible sensor on some insects
noun

• Any of several sensory organs in some arthropods

25%4 A sensor
noun

• the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals

• a front that resembles a human nose (especially the front of an aircraft)

• the front or forward projection of a tool or weapon

• a small distance

• a symbol of inquisitiveness

• the sense of smell (especially in animals)

• a natural skill

• a projecting spout from which a fluid is discharged

verb

• search or inquire in a meddlesome way

• advance the forward part of with caution

• catch the scent of; get wind of

• push or move with the nose

• rub noses

• defeat by a narrow margin

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