Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aculeus
Noun
/əˈkjuːliəs/
Definition
A small, sharp structure or point, often referring to a thorn or a spine.
Examples
- The aculeus of the blackberry plant is covered with sharp thorns.
- Insects like wasps have an aculeus that can deliver a painful sting.
Meaning
In biological terms, an ‘aculeus’ commonly denotes a prickly or sharp structure found in certain plants and animals.
Synonyms
- thorn
- spine
- prickle
