: the portion of the head of an annelid worm (such as an earthworm) that is situated in front of the mouth

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Greek pro- + stoma mouth — more at stomach entry 1

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of prostomium was in 1870

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“Prostomium.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prostomium. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

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