calyptrata

/kælɪpˈtrætə/

Definitions

1. noun

a suborder of flies in the order Diptera, characterized by a distinctive calyptra, a modified wing or scale-like structure, on the adult head.

“The biologist studied the behavior of flies in the suborder Calyptrata, observing their unique mating rituals.”

Synonyms

  • Dipterae
  • flies

Antonyms

  • Hymenoptera
  • wasps