notonectal

/nɒtənɛktəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resembling the Notonectidae, a family of aquatic insects also known as backswimmers.

“The biologist studied the notonectal behavior of the backswimmers in the pond ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • aquatic insect
  • backswimmer

Antonyms

  • terrestrial insect