English definition of Hypoptilum

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Definition of hypoptilum

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Hypoptilum (n.) An accessory plume arising from the posterior side of the stem of the contour feathers of many birds; -- called also aftershaft. See Illust. of Feather.

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Hypoptilum :: Hypoptilum (n.) An accessory plume arising from the posterior side of the stem of the contour feathers of many birds; -- called also aftershaft. See Illust. of Feather.

Hyporadius :: Hyporadius (n.) One of the barbs of the hypoptilum, or aftershaft of a feather. See Feather..

Hyporhachis :: Hyporhachis (n.) The stem of an aftershaft or hypoptilum.

Hypoptilums :: Hypoptilums (pl. ) of Hypoptilu.

Aftershaft :: Aftershaft (n.) The hypoptilum.