adjective
- relating to or having spiracles (breathing holes in insects or other arthropods)
Usage: biological
Examples
- The spiracular openings allow the insect to breathe.
- Scientists studied the spiracular system of the beetle.
- The spiracular valves can open and close to regulate airflow.
- Aquatic insects have modified spiracular structures.
- The spiracular tubes connect to the insect’s tracheal system.