Phasmid
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfæz.mɪd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Phasmid is a noun meaning (entomology) Any insect of the order Phasmida: a leaf insect or walking stick (stick insect).
Meaning
(entomology) Any insect of the order Phasmida: a leaf insect or walking stick (stick insect).
More Meanings
- (nematology) Either of the two caudal chemoreceptors in some nematodes.
- A phagemid.
Example Sentences
A giant phasmid (or stick insect) from India whose cage was over two metres tall spent long hours standing upon a perpendicular branch and staring into Mother's eyes.
Word Forms
- phasmids
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include phasmatodean, phorid, phalangopsid, phlaeothripid, aphodiid, entomophagan.
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