an·ten·na ( n-t n  )n. pl. an·ten·nae (-t n ) 1. a. Zoology One of the paired, flexible, segmented sensory appendages on the head of an insect, myriapod, or crustacean functioning primarily as an organ of touch. b. Something likened to this sensory appendage, as in function or form: sensitive public relations antennae. 2. pl. an·ten·nas A metallic apparatus for sending or receiving electromagnetic waves. [Medieval Latin, from Latin, sail yard, translation of Greek keraia, insect feeler, yardarm.] an·ten nal adj. |
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| Adj. | 1. |  antennal - of or relating to antennae; "antennal senses of insects" |
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