Associations to the word «Neuroptera»

Wiktionary

NEUROPTERA, proper noun. A taxonomic order within the superorder Neuropterida   — the lacewings and related insects.

Dictionary definition

NEUROPTERA, noun. An order of insects including: lacewings; antlions; dobsonflies; alderflies; fish flies; mantispids; spongeflies.

Wise words

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