Meaning of stylet in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈstaɪlət/

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  1. Noun

    stylet

    Etymology

    late 17th century: from French stilet, from Italian stiletto (see stiletto)

    Definitions

    1. small needle-like appendage

    Examples

    • « especially the feeding organ of a tardigrade »

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