Definition

Describing something that has very large fins or wings.

Example

The macropterous fish glided gracefully through the water with its impressive fins.

Conversation

Did you see that fish at the aquarium with the huge fins?

Yeah, it was so cool! I think it was macropterous or something like that.

I never knew fish could have such large wings.

I know, right? It makes them look really impressive in the water.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Macropterous → It is formed from "macro-" (from Greek "makros", meaning long or large) and "pteron" (from Greek, meaning wing). The word "macropterous" describes an organism that has long wings.

Memory Tip

Think of 'macro-' meaning long and 'pteron' meaning wing — this helps you remember that macropterous refers to having long wings.

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