Periproct Definition

pĕrə-prŏkt
noun
The flexible membrane around the anus of certain invertebrates, especially echinoids.
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Singular:
periproct
Plural:
periprocts

Origin of Periproct

  • peri– Greek prōktos anus

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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