palpator
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pal·pate 1
(păl′pāt′)tr.v. pal·pat·ed, pal·pat·ing, pal·pates
To examine or explore by touching (an organ or area of the body), usually as a diagnostic aid.
pal·pa′tion n.
pal′pa′tor n.
pal′pa·tor′y (-pə-tôr′ē) adj.
pal·pate 2
(păl′pāt′)adj.
Having a palp or palps.
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palpator
(pælˈpeɪtə)n
(Animals) a type of beetle with long maxillary appendages
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