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philopterid

adjective
phi·lop·ter·id | \ fə̇ˈläptərə̇d \

Definition of philopterid 

(Entry 1 of 2)

: of or relating to the Philopteridae

philopterid

noun
\ " \
plural -s

Definition of philopterid (Entry 2 of 2)

: a louse of the family Philopteridae

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History and Etymology for philopterid

Adjective

New Latin Philopteridae

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New Latin Philopteridae

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