sphegid

/ˈsfiːɡɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of moth, especially one that resembles a wasp or a spider, in reference to the ancient Greek word for wasp.

“The sphegid moths have a unique appearance that has fascinated entomologists for centuries.”

Synonyms

  • moth
  • wasplike insect

Antonyms

  • butterfly