Definition of Apterous in English :

Define Apterous in English

Apterous meaning in English

Meaning of Apterous in English

Pronunciation of Apterous in English

Apterous pronunciation in English

Pronounce Apterous in English

Apterous

see synonyms of apterous

Adjective

1. apteral, apterous

(of insects) without wings

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Apterous

see synonyms of apterous
adjective
1. 
(of insects) without wings, as silverfish and springtails
2. 
without winglike expansions, as some plant stems, seeds, and fruits

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Apterous

see synonyms of apterous
adjective
Biology
having no wings or winglike parts

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Apterous

see synonyms of apterous
adj.
Having no wings or winglike extensions: an apterous insect.

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