ecdyson

/ɛkˈdɪsən/

Definitions

1. noun

A stage of insect development between the larva and adult stages, characterized by a quiescent period during which the insect undergoes a series of physical transformations.

“The ecdyson process is crucial for the metamorphosis of butterflies.”

Synonyms

  • insect development phase
  • insect stage

Antonyms

  • adult stage
  • insect emergence