Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
antennae
Noun
/anˈtenə/
Definition
The sensory appendages found on the heads of insects and other arthropods.
Examples
- The butterfly moved its antennae to detect nearby flowers.
- Some species of ants use their antennae to communicate with each other.
Meaning
Antennae are typically long, segmented structures that help these creatures sense their environment.
Synonyms
- Feelers
- Sensorial appendages
- Whiskers (in some animals)
