palp (p lp)n. An elongated, often segmented appendage usually found near the mouth in invertebrate organisms such as mollusks, crustaceans, and insects, the functions of which include sensation, locomotion, and feeding. Also called palpus. [French palpe, from New Latin palpus, from Latin, a touching; see p  l- in Indo-European roots.] |
palp [pælp], palpus [ˈpælpəs]
n pl palps, palpi [ˈpælpaɪ]
1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) either of a pair of sensory appendages that arise from the mouthparts of crustaceans and insects
2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) either of a pair of tactile organs arising from the head or anterior end of certain annelids and molluscs
[from French, from Latin palpus a touching]
palpal adj
| palp (plp) A segmented organ extending from the mouthparts of arthropods, used for touch or taste. Also called palpus. |
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