PECTEN
\pˈɛktən], \pˈɛktən], \p_ˈɛ_k_t_ə_n]\
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Any comb-like structure; a process of the inner retinal surface in Reptiles, expanded into a folded quadrangular plate in Birds; the stridulating organ of certain Arachnids.
By Henderson, I. F.; Henderson, W. D.
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.