hemiptera

/hɛmɪpˈtɪrə/

Definitions

1. noun

an order of insects that includes the true bugs, such as aphids, cicadas, and leafhoppers

“The hemiptera family includes many species of insects that feed on plant sap.”

Synonyms

  • heteropterans
  • true bugs

Antonyms

  • diptera
  • true flies