insectine

/ɪnˈsɛktɪn/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of insects

“The insectine wings of the butterfly allowed it to fly with incredible speed.”

2. noun

a creature that has insect-like features or characteristics

“The insectine creature scurried across the forest floor, its many legs moving quickly.”

Synonyms

  • arthropod
  • insectoid

Antonyms

  • non-insect
  • vertebrate