Definition

A type of insect that belongs to the order Lepidoptera, which includes butterflies and moths. These insects have four wings that are covered with tiny scales.

Example

The lepidopteran fluttered gracefully from flower to flower, showcasing its colorful wings.

Conversation

Did you see that beautiful lepidopteran in the garden yesterday?

Yeah, it was stunning! I love how colorful they can be.

I read that there are thousands of different species of lepidopterans around the world.

That's incredible! I should start a collection of photos of them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lepidopteran → It is formed from "lepis" (from Greek, meaning scale) and "pteron" (from Greek, meaning wing). The word "lepidopteran" refers to insects that have scaled wings, such as butterflies and moths.

Memory Tip

Imagine insects with 'scaled wings' — 'lepis' means scale and 'pteron' means wing, helping you remember that lepidopterans are those beautiful creatures with wings covered in scales.

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