请输入您要查询的英文单词:

 

单词 parotoid
释义

Definition of parotoid in English:

parotoid

noun pəˈrəʊtɔɪdˈparətɔɪd
Zoology
  • Either of a pair of cutaneous glandular areas which form large warty swellings behind the eyes in some amphibians, especially toads, sometimes extending on to the neck or shoulder and often producing a toxic secretion.

adjective pəˈrəʊtɔɪdˈparətɔɪd
Zoology
  • Designating or relating to such a gland.

Origin

Late 19th century. From parotis + -oid.

 
 

Definition of parotoid in US English:

parotoid

noun
Zoology
  • Either of a pair of cutaneous glandular areas which form large warty swellings behind the eyes in some amphibians, especially toads, sometimes extending on to the neck or shoulder and often producing a toxic secretion.

adjective
Zoology
  • Designating or relating to such a gland.

Origin

Late 19th century. From parotis + -oid.

 
 
随便看

 

英语词典包含464360条英英释义在线翻译词条,基本涵盖了全部常用单词的英英翻译及用法,是英语学习的有利工具。

 

Copyright © 2004-2022 Newdu.com All Rights Reserved
更新时间:2024/12/23 23:16:01