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tarsi

/tɑːrsi/ noun · British & US
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What does tarsi mean?

noun

The tarsi are the feet of an insect, typically consisting of five segments. In some contexts, the term may also refer to the feet of other arthropods.

Example

"The tarsi of the spider were incredibly delicate, allowing it to climb up the smooth surface of the glass."

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