Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gaster
Noun
/ˈɡæstər/
Definition
The abdomen of an insect, particularly in terms of its structure and functionality.
Examples
- The gaster is essential for digestion and reproduction in many insects.
- In some species, the size of the gaster can indicate health and maturity.
- Bees and ants have a highly developed gaster for storing food and expanding their colonies.
Meaning
In entomology, ‘gaster’ refers to the posterior part of an insect’s body that contains the digestive and reproductive organs.
Synonyms
- abdomen
- belly
