endites
/ˈɛndaɪts/
noun
- A small, paired appendage on the inner side of the leg of some arthropods (e.g., insects, crustaceans).
- The endites of the insect help it grasp and manipulate small particles.
- Each leg of the crustacean had a row of tiny endites used for filtering food.
- The scientist examined the endites under a microscope to identify the species.