What does "solenoglyphous" mean?

Having nublike maxillae each supporting a single hollow fang that points posteriorly, the mouth opening wide so that the fang swings into position to inject venom deeply.

What is a synonym for "solenoglyphous"?

Common synonyms include: aglyphous, opisthoglyphous, proteroglyphous.

Solenoglyphous

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Adjective

1
Having nublike maxillae each supporting a single hollow fang that points posteriorly, the mouth opening wide so that the fang swings into position to inject venom deeply. not-comparable

Synonyms

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aglyphous opisthoglyphous proteroglyphous

Etymology

From solenoglyph + -ous.

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