Preimaginal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Preimaginal is an adjective meaning Prior to the insect imago stage.
Meaning
Prior to the insect imago stage.
Example Sentences
Indeed, in our previous work, and in the work of other authors it has been revealed, that relatively low dose exposure (20–75 cGy) of fruit flies on immature preimaginal stages in some cases has long-term effects that lead to an increased life span and resistance to other stresses, such as hyperthermia.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include preovipository, preoviposition, prepuparial, prediapausal, premetamorphic, prepupation.
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