neuropterous

Meanings

• adjective

  Belonging to or resembling Neuropterida, an order of insects characterized by having membranous wings that cover the entire body when at rest and elongated antennae.

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Variants

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neuroptera , neuropteran , neuropterans , neuropterous

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'neuron' meaning 'nerve' and 'pteron' meaning 'wing'. Neuropterous insects have well-developed nervous systems and membranous wings.

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Trivia

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1. Neuropterous insects are often called 'snakeflies' or 'mosquito hawks' due to their long, snake-like antennae and their role in controlling mosquito populations.

2. The largest neuropterous insect is the giant weta, which can grow up to 10 centimeters long.

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1. Neuropterida: The order of insects to which neuropterous insects belong. They have elongated antennae and membranous wings that cover the entire body when at rest.

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Neuropterous insects are often overlooked due to their small size and unique appearance. They are important pollinators and play a role in controlling insect populations. In literature, they have been used as symbols of transformation and metamorphosis.

How to Memorize "neuropterous"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small insect with long antennae and membranous wings that cover its entire body when at rest.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'neuropterous' with the Greek words 'neuron' and 'pteron' to remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'neuropterous' insects have 'nerves' and 'wings'.

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