calyptratae

/kælɪpˈtrætiː/

Definitions

1. noun

A suborder of flies (Diptera), particularly the muscoid flies that have a distinctive calyptra.

“The insects in the suborder Calyptratae are known for their strong odor.”

Synonyms

  • dipterous flies
  • muscoid flies

Antonyms

  • non-calyptrate flies