anisocercal

/ˌænɪsəˈsɜːrkal/ (an-i-suh-SUR-kul)

Definitions

1. adjective

Having different wing segments or not having a uniform or symmetrical arrangement of wing segments.

“The insect’s wings were anisocercal, which made it an interesting specimen for study.”

Synonyms

  • asymmetrical
  • heterocercal

Antonyms

  • isocercal
  • symmetrical