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Longicornia

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Lon·​gi·​cor·​nia | \ ˌlänjəˈkȯ(r)nēə \

Definition of Longicornia

in former classifications
: a group of beetles coextensive with Cerambycidae

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History and Etymology for Longicornia

New Latin, from longi- + Latin -cornia, neuter plural of -cornis -corn

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“Longicornia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Longicornia. Accessed 27 Sep. 2021.

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