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gnathostegite

noun
gna·​thos·​te·​gite | \ nəˈthästəˌjÄ«t\
plural -s

Definition of gnathostegite

: one of a pair of broad plates that are developed from the outer maxillipeds of some crustaceans (as crabs) and that serve to cover the other mouthparts

History and Etymology for gnathostegite

gnath- + -stegite

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