rectrix

We have found lemma(root) word of rectrix : rectrices.

Definitions


[ˈrɛktrɪsiːz], (Noun)

Definitions:
- the larger feathers in a bird's tail, used for steering in flight


Phrases:

Origin:
mid 18th century: from Latin, feminine plural of rector ‘ruler’ (see rector)




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