pseudotympanum

English

Etymology

From pseudo- +‎ tympanum.

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -ɪmpənəm

Noun

pseudotympanum (plural pseudotympanums)

  1. (zoology) A translucent, triangular area behind the opercle of some fish (supposed to function in hearing).
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