Definition

Relating to butterflies and moths, which are insects belonging to the order Lepidoptera.

Example

The lepidopterous species in the garden attract many visitors with their colorful wings.

Conversation

Did you know that my sister is really into lepidopterous species?

No way! That's fascinating. What does she love about them?

She enjoys collecting different types of butterflies and studying their habits.

That sounds amazing! I bet her collection is full of beautiful lepidopterous creatures.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lepidopterous → It is formed from "lepis" (from Greek, meaning scale) and "pteron" (from Greek, meaning wing). The word describes insects that have scaled wings, specifically butterflies and moths.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scales' ('lepis') on 'wings' ('pteron') to remember that 'lepidopterous' refers to insects like butterflies and moths that have scaled wings.

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