phasmatoid

/fæzməˈtaɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or related to a phasmid (an order of large, often colorful, stick insects)

“The phasmatoid appearance of the insect helped it blend in with its surroundings.”

2. noun

a type of stick insect, especially one that is not a true phasmid

“The collection included several species of phasmatoid insects from around the world.”

Synonyms

  • stick insect
  • walking stick

Antonyms

  • distinct insect
  • true insect