palp

[pælp]

palp Definition

a single unit of a palpable structure, such as a palpable hair or muscle fiber.

Using palp: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "palp" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The doctor felt a palp in my abdomen.

  • Example

    Palps are sensory organs found in arachnids.

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Summary: palp in Brief

The term 'palp' [pælp] refers to a single unit of a palpable structure, such as a palpable hair or muscle fiber. It is commonly used in medical and biological contexts, exemplified by 'The doctor felt a palp in my abdomen.'