antennae
Translation
antennae, feelers, antennas
Examples
The insect's antennae twitched slightly.
The insect's antennae twitched slightly.
The radio antennae were damaged in the storm.
The radio antennas were damaged in the storm.
Grammar Patterns
((antennae)) feelers or antennas The insect's antennae are very sensitive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: feelers, sensors, aerials
Etymology
From Latin 'antenna' (sail-yard), comparing the yard on a ship's mast to an insect's feelers.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'ant' with feelers. The plural 'antennae' is common in biology, while 'antennas' is standard for technology.