anomalon

[ˌænəˈmeɪlɒn]

Definitions

1. noun

An abnormality or irregularity in the form or structure of an insect, particularly one that prevents it from being classified as a member of a particular genus.

“The entomologist discovered an anomalon in the species’ morphological characteristics.”

Synonyms

  • aberration
  • anomaly

Antonyms

  • normality
  • standard