Definition of "maxillae" [maxillae]

• Plural form of maxilla. (noun)

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• "More or less invariably, the five segmental appendages of the head, reading from the front, consist of first antennae (or antennules), second antennae (often just called antennae), mandibles, first maxillae (or maxillules) and second maxillae."
• "The mandibles and maxillae are concerned with chewing, milling or otherwise processing food."
• "Some groups can be identified by gills on other parts of their body, such as the maxillae."