serrula
noun
ser·ru·la
\ˈser(y)ələ\
Definition of serrula
-s
: a toothed keel; especially : one on the endite of most spiders that assists in the maceration of prey
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Origin and Etymology of serrula
New Latin, from Latin, small saw, diminutive of serra saw
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