forcipate

UK
/ˈfɔːsɪpeɪt/
US
/ˈfɔrsɪpeɪt/

Translations

forcipateadjective
more forcipate
Comp.
most forcipate
Super.
UK
/ˈfɔːsɪpeɪt/
US
/ˈfɔrsɪpeɪt/
The insect has forcipate mandibles.
У насекомого щипцеобразные челюсти.

Definitions

forcipateadjective
Having a shape or form resembling a pair of forceps; pincer-like.
The forcipate claws of the crab allowed it to grasp and hold onto its prey effectively.