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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

palps

/pɔːlpz/ noun · British & US
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What does palps mean?

noun

A palp is a sensory organ found in some invertebrates, such as mollusks and arthropods, used for sensing the environment. In biology, palps are often used to refer to appendages that are used for feeding or sensing.

Example

"The octopus used its palps to taste the surrounding water and locate its prey."

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