Apterous
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæptərəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Apterous is an adjective meaning (zoology) Without wings.
Meaning
(zoology) Without wings.
More Meanings
- (biology) Destitute of winglike membranous expansions, as a stem or petiole.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: flightless
The source of light was thronged by moths and apterous insects.
Word Forms
- apteran
Synonyms for apterous
Depending on context, synonyms include apteral, wingless.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include apteral, wingless, aphids, apterygial, acanthopterous, aliped.
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