tortricoid

/tɔːrˈtrɪkɔɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the moth family Tortricidae, especially a species of the genus Tortrix.

“The tortricoid species found in the forest were an important food source for local birds.”

2. adjective

Resembling or related to tortricoids, especially in shape or structure.

“The tortricoid patterns on the leaves were a defense mechanism against herbivores.”

Synonyms

  • tortricid
  • tortrix

Antonyms

  • dipteron
  • non-tortricoid