parapteral

/ˌparəˈpɛrəl/; also /ˌpærəˈtɛrəl/

Definitions

1. noun

relating to or being a secondary or additional wing or appendage.

“The parapteral structure on the insect’s body helped it to balance during flight.”

Synonyms

  • accessory wing
  • appendage

Antonyms

  • main
  • primary