| Zygapophyses |
pl. |
of Zygapophysis |
| Zygapophysis |
n. |
One of the articular processes of a vertebra, of
which there are usually four, two anterior and two posterior. See under
Vertebra. |
| Zygenid |
n. |
Any one of numerous species of moths of the family
Zygaenidae, most of which are bright colored. The wood nymph and the
vine forester are examples. Also used adjectively. |
| Zygobranchia |
n. pl. |
A division of marine gastropods in which the
gills are developed on both sides of the body and the renal organs are
also paired. The abalone (Haliotis) and the keyhole limpet (Fissurella)
are examples. |
| Zygobranchiate |
a. |
Of or pertaining to the Zygobranchia. |
