polyblast

/pɑːliˈbleɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of insect larva, especially one that hatches from an egg in a dormant state and undergoes a resting period before entering the active stage of development.

“The scientist studied the polyblast of the beetle to understand its unique life cycle.”

Synonyms

  • caterpillar
  • insect larva

Antonyms

  • adult insect
  • insect pupa