1. A limb or organ-like projection located on the ventral (belly/underside) surface of an animal, particularly used in zoology and anatomy to describe structures such as fins, legs, or appendages on the undersides of aquatic or arthropod organisms
The sea star's ventral appendages help it move across the ocean floor.
Os apêndices ventrais da estrela-do-mar ajudam a se mover pelo fundo do oceano.
2. In arthropods, any paired or unpaired leg-like structures found on the ventral side of the body
The crustacean uses its ventral appendages for feeding and locomotion.
O crustáceo usa seus apêndices ventrais para alimentação e locomoção.