thysanuran
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: //θaɪˈzæn.jʊ.rən//
KK: /θaɪˈzænʊrən/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a group of small, wingless insects that include silverfish and firebrats.
Example
The thysanuran species are often found in damp environments.
Conversation
Did you know that some insects are classified as thysanuran?
Really? I had no idea what that meant until now.
Yeah, they include those little silverfish we sometimes see.
Interesting! I’ll have to look out for those thysanuran critters.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bristletail
wingless
primitive
Antonyms
advanced
developed
modern
noun
Definition
A type of insect that has no wings and belongs to the order Thysanura, commonly known as bristletails.
Example
The thysanuran scurried across the floor, its long antennae twitching.
Conversation
Did you know there’s a type of insect called a thysanuran?
Really? What’s so special about it?
Well, they are wingless and look pretty unique.
Root Explanation
Thysanuran → It is formed from "thysanos" (from Greek, meaning fringe or tassel) and "oura" (from Greek, meaning tail). The word refers to insects that have fringed or bristly tails, characteristic of the order Thysanura.
Memory Tip
Imagine insects with 'fringed tails' — 'thysanos' means fringe and 'oura' means tail, helping you remember that 'thysanuran' refers to these unique insects.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.