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Definition of proral in English:

proral

adjective

Zoology

  • Situated on the ‘prow’ of a structure; (specifically) designating certain setae on the tips of the legs of mites and collembolans.

Pronunciation

proral

/ˈprɔːrəl/ /ˈprɔːr(ə)l/

Origin

Early 19th century (in an earlier sense). From classical Latin prōra prora + -al.