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proboscis in French

proboscis in French is trompe, proboscide — proboscis means an elongated tube from the head or connected to the mouth, of an animal.

proboscis in French

trompe
noun
(anatomy) An elongated tube from the head or connected to the mouth, of an animal.
proboscide
noun
(anatomy) An elongated tube from the head or connected to the mouth, of an animal.

What does "proboscis" mean?

  1. noun An elongated tube from the head or connected to the mouth, of an animal.
  2. noun The tubular feeding and sucking organ of certain invertebrates like insects, worms and molluscs.
  3. noun The trunk of an elephant.
  4. noun A large or lengthy human nose.
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What is "proboscis" in French?

"proboscis" in French is trompe, proboscide. proboscis means: An elongated tube from the head or connected to the mouth, of an animal.

Are there other ways to say "proboscis" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "proboscis": trompe, proboscide.

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