hooklets

[US]/[ˈhʊklɪts]/
[UK]/[ˈhʊklɪts]/

Translation

n.small hooks, especially those found on the bodies of some animals; small, hook-shaped projections or appendages

Phrases & Collocations

hooklets abound

using hooklets

hooklets catch

tiny hooklets

hooklets present

finding hooklets

hooklets cling

with hooklets

hooklets secure

analyzing hooklets

Example Sentences

the barnacle's hooklets firmly attached it to the rock.

researchers studied the structure of hooklets on the parasite.

the adhesive hooklets allowed the insect to climb surfaces.

microscopic hooklets were found on the sea star's arm.

the hooklets provided a secure grip on the slippery wood.

we analyzed the hooklets' role in the organism's attachment.

the hooklets' morphology varied between species of cirripeds.

the hooklets helped the creature cling to the underside of the boat.

the hooklets' design is an example of natural engineering.

the presence of hooklets indicated a sessile lifestyle.

the hooklets' effectiveness depends on surface texture.

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