Aculeae

/æˈkju.li.iː/ noun

Plural form of acula; multiple needle-like structures, spines, or sharp points, especially in scientific description.

Latin plural of 'acula' (diminutive of 'acus,' meaning needle). This is the traditional Latin plural form used in scientific nomenclature.

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