macroptic

/mæk.rəˈpɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

having or relating to a very large or prominent eye.

“The macroptic beetle had a distinctive appearance due to its oversized eyes.”

2. noun

A macroptic is an insect with very large eyes.

“The entomologist studied the macroptic beetle’s unique features.”

Synonyms

  • large-eyed
  • macrophthalmous

Antonyms

  • microphthalmous
  • small-eyed