long antennae
Insect's lengthy probes
Long antennae are the elongated sensory appendages found on insects, crustaceans, and other arthropods, used for detecting touch, smell, and vibration.
The phrase distinguishes species with notably extended feelers from those with shorter ones: Cockroaches have long antennae that help them navigate in darkness.
Figuratively, someone with long antennae is highly attuned to subtle social cues or approaching trouble.
- flagellumWhiplike cellular appendage
- tipEnd or gratuity
- scapeView or flower stem
- pedicelIndividual flower's stem
- cave cricketLong-legged subterranean insect
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