dipteran
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˈdɪp.tə.rən/
KK: /ˈdɪptərən/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a specific group of insects known for having two wings, commonly referred to as flies.
Example
The dipteran species are essential for pollination in many ecosystems.
Conversation
I just read an article about dipteran species and their role in the ecosystem.
That sounds interesting! What did it say?
It explained how dipteran insects help with pollination and decomposition.
Wow, I had no idea they were so important!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fly
winged
aerial
Antonyms
grounded
terrestrial
nonflying
noun
Definition
An insect that belongs to the order Diptera, which includes flies and mosquitoes, characterized by having two wings.
Example
The dipteran buzzed around the room, searching for food.
Conversation
Did you know that a dipteran is actually a type of insect?
Really? I had no idea what that meant!
Yeah, they include flies and mosquitoes, which are everywhere.
Root Explanation
Dipteran → It is formed from "di-" (meaning two) and "pteron" (from Greek "pteron", meaning wing). The word "dipteran" refers to insects that have two wings, distinguishing them from other insects with more wings.
Memory Tip
Think of 'two' ('di-') wings ('pteron') to remember that a dipteran is an insect with two wings.
Visually Confused Words
diphtherian
viperan
pterian
iterant
dioptra
diopter
dimeran
dictyopteran