isocercal

/aɪsəˈsɜːrkl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having the same or corresponding centers, especially of the wings in insects.

“The isocercal wings of the butterfly allowed it to fly more efficiently.”

2. noun

A condition of having the same or corresponding centers, especially of the wings in insects.

“The study of the isocercal state in butterflies led to a breakthrough in their flight patterns.”

Synonyms

  • homocercal
  • isomorphic

Antonyms

  • anisocercal
  • heterocercal