Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
furcae
Noun
/ˈfər.kē/
Definition
A pair of forked projections or pronged structures.
Examples
- The biologist described the furcae on the insect’s thorax during the presentation.
- In botany, furcae can refer to the forked branches of some plants.
- The presence of furcae in certain species is crucial for their mating rituals.
Meaning
Furcae typically refer to the fork-like parts of certain biological or anatomical structures, often found in zoology and botany.
Synonyms
- Forks
- Prongs
- Divisions
