CEFR B2

antennae

noun

Meaning

A pair of flexible, jointed appendages on the head of an insect, crustacean, or myriapod, used for sensing the environment.

Examples

The beetle uses its antennae to navigate through the dark forest floor.
Scientists observed the ants touching antennae to communicate information about food sources.

Synonyms: feelers, sensory organs

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antennae (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ænˈtɛni/

Definition

A pair of flexible, jointed appendages on the head of an insect, crustacean, or myriapod, used for sensing the environment.

Examples

The beetle uses its antennae to navigate through the dark forest floor.
Scientists observed the ants touching antennae to communicate information about food sources.
The crustacean's long antennae helped it detect predators approaching from behind.

Synonyms of antennae

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