operculum vs spiracle

operculum

noun
  • A covering flap in animals, such as a gill cover. 

  • A gum flap covering (part of) a partially erupted tooth, usually a wisdom tooth. 

  • The lidlike portion of a moss sporangium or of a fruit that detaches to allow the dispersal of spores or seeds. 

  • One of several flaps of cerebral cortex covering the insula. 

  • A structure which serves as a cover or lid. 

spiracle

noun
  • The blowhole of a whale, dolphin or other similar species. 

  • A pore or opening used (especially by arthropods and some fish) for respiration. 

  • Any small aperture or vent for air or other fluid. 

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