Found 2 items, similar to Branchial arches.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: branchial arch branchial arch n : one of the bony or cartilaginous arches on each side of the pharynx that support the gills of fishes and aquatic amphibians [syn: gill arch, gill bar]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Branchial arches Branchial \Bran"chi*al\, a. (Anat.) Of or pertaining to branchi[ae] or gills. [1913 Webster] Branchial arches, the bony or cartilaginous arches which support the gills on each side of the throat of fishes and amphibians. See Illustration in Appendix. Branchial clefts, the openings between the branchial arches through which water passes. [1913 Webster]