monopttera

/mɒnɒpˈtɪrə/; /mɑːnɒpˈtɪrə/

Definitions

1. noun

A class of insects having two pairs of wings, typically including flies, beetles, and butterflies.

“The monoptera exhibit at the museum was incredibly diverse and fascinating to watch.”

2. noun

A winged insect, especially a fly or a beetle.

“The monoptera buzzing around the trash can were annoying.”

Synonyms

  • coleoptera
  • diptera
  • lepidoptera
  • winged insect

Antonyms

  • ground-dwelling insect
  • insect without wings
  • non-winged insect