sagitta /səˈd͡ʒɪt.ə/ noun4 •The distance from a point in a curve to the chord; also, the versed sine of an arc; so called from its resemblance to an arrow resting on the bow and string. •Any arrowworm, of the genus Sagitta. •The larger of the two otoliths, or earbones, found in most fishes. •The keystone of an arch. formssagittae · sagittas