labrum

noun — 3 senses

labrum

noun

US /ˈleɪ.bɹəm/

Etymology From Latin labrum (“lip”).

1

Biology, Entomology, Natural sciences, Zoology, Zootomy The uppermost of the mouthparts (trophi) of a typical insect, such as a cockroach. Typically resembles an upper lip and forms part of the roof of the mouth in such insects.

2

Anatomy, Medicine, Sciences Any of several lip-like projections.

3

A large basin of warm water, with an overhanging lip, in a Roman bath.

Derived terms
acetabular labrum, antelabrum, glenoid labrum
Related terms
labral, labret

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