Lepidoptera
[lep-i-dop-ter-uh]
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noun
the order comprising the lepidopterous insects.
Origin of Lepidoptera
lepidopteron
[lep-i-dop-ter-uh n]
noun, plural lep·i·dop·ter·a [lep-i-dop-ter-uh] /ˌlɛp ɪˈdɒp tər ə/.
Origin of lepidopteron
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Examples from the Web for lepidoptera
Historical Examples of lepidoptera
Lingua spiralis: the spiral tongue of Lepidoptera: see glossa.
Explanation of Terms Used in EntomologyJohn. B. Smith
Median shade or line: in Lepidoptera, crosses at or about middle of wings.
Explanation of Terms Used in EntomologyJohn. B. Smith
Lana: wool: the long hair on the abdomen of some Lepidoptera.
Explanation of Terms Used in EntomologyJohn. B. Smith
Palpuli: the maxillary palpi in Lepidoptera, when visibly developed.
Explanation of Terms Used in EntomologyJohn. B. Smith
Sagitta: arrow-like spots on the wings of Lepidoptera and other insects.
Explanation of Terms Used in EntomologyJohn. B. Smith
Lepidoptera
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