- periproctous
- adj. surrounding the anus, near the anus (Zoology)
English contemporary dictionary. 2014.
periproctous
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periproctous — peri·proc·tous … English syllables
periproctous — adjective see periproct … Useful english dictionary
periproct — periproctal, periproctic, periproctous, adj. /per euh prokt /, n. (in certain echinoids) that part of the body surface bordering the anus. [1875 80; PERI + proct < Gk proktós anus] * * * … Universalium
