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Neuroptera

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Neu·​rop·​tera | \ -tərə \

Definition of Neuroptera

: an order of usually net-winged insects that have holometabolous development and that include the lacewings, ant lions, and related insects — see megaloptera

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Other Words from Neuroptera

neuropteran \ (ˈ)⸗¦⸗tərən How to pronounce Neuroptera (audio) \ adjective or noun
neuropterous \ -​rəs How to pronounce Neuroptera (audio) \ adjective

History and Etymology for Neuroptera

New Latin, from neur- + -ptera

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“Neuroptera.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Neuroptera. Accessed 10 Aug. 2022.

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