Acerous

/ˈæsərəs/ adjective

Definition

Without antennae or antenna-like appendages; lacking needle-like structures or feelers.

Etymology

From Latin 'a-' (without) + Latin 'cerasus' or from 'a-' + Greek 'keras' (horn, antenna). The negative prefix 'a-' combined with a root meaning antennae or horns.

Kelly Says

Biologists describe insects with this term—but it's so old-fashioned that modern scientists would more likely say 'without antennae' instead!

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