apterous

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈæptərəs/

Definition

Lacking wings, especially when referring to insects or other animals that typically possess them.

Examples

• Many species of worker ants are entirely apterous throughout their lives.

• The researcher carefully examined the apterous specimen to confirm its classification.

• Evolutionary pressure has favored apterous forms in this isolated island beetle population.

Synonyms of apterous

Words with a similar meaning to apterous:

• wingless
• flightless
• apteral
• unwinged

Antonyms of apterous

Words with the opposite meaning to apterous:

• winged
• alate

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