arctoidean

/ɑːrˈktoʊidiən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Arctoidea, a suborder of mites

“The arctoidean mites were found in the soil near the forest.”

2. noun

a member of the Arctoidea, a suborder of mites

“Several arctoidean species were discovered in the new ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • arachnid
  • mite

Antonyms

  • beetle
  • entomophilous