labellum (plural labella or labellums)
The lower central petal of a flower (especially an orchid), usually developed to be showy and attract pollinators.
(entomology) Part of the mouth of an insect, especially the sucking mouthparts of a fly.
• lip
Source: Wiktionary
La*bel"lum, n.; pl. L. Labella, E. Labellums. Etym: [L., dim. of labrum lip.]
1. (Bot.)
Definition: The lower or apparently anterior petal of an orchidaceous flower, often of a very curious shape.
2. (Zoöl.)
Definition: A small appendage beneath the upper lip or labrum of certain insects.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
5 February 2025
(noun) activity involved in maintaining something in good working order; “he wrote the manual on car care”
Espresso is both a coffee beverage and a brewing method that originated in Italy. When making an espresso, a small amount of nearly boiling water under pressure forces through finely-ground coffee beans. It has more caffeine per unit volume than most coffee beverages. Its smaller serving size will take three shots to equal a mug of standard brewed coffee.
