GILL ARCH Synonyms
There are 3 synonyms of the phrase
gill arch.
(exact relations)
There are 10 hypernyms of the phrase gill arch. (close relations)
There are 10 hypernyms of the phrase gill arch. (close relations)
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Definition of GILL ARCH
Definition of GILL ARCH
Best Alternative Words for GILL ARCH
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branchial arch | nounn | |||||||
noun • one of the bony or cartilaginous arches on each side of the pharynx that support the gills of fishes and aquatic amphibians | ||||||||
arch | nounn | |||||||
noun • a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening • a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet) • a passageway under a curved masonry construction • (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it adjective satellite • (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension • naughtily or annoyingly playful verb • form an arch or curve | ||||||||
gill bar | nounn | |||||||
noun • one of the bony or cartilaginous arches on each side of the pharynx that support the gills of fishes and aquatic amphibians |
Best Hypernyms For GILL ARCH
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
gill arch, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
structure
anatomy
animal
biology
chordate
organism
Phrases (4)
anatomical structurebodily structurebody structurecomplex body part