taenian

/tɛniˈæn/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a genus of moths in the family Crambidae

“The taenian moth species are found primarily in tropical regions.”

2. noun

a moth of the genus Taeniana, especially Taeniana lithochroa

“The taenian was identified in the field by its unique coloration.”

Synonyms

  • taeniarian
  • taeniine

Antonyms

  • non-taenian
  • non-taeniarian