neuropteran

noun neu·rop·ter·an \nu̇-ˈräp-tə-rən, nyu̇-\

Definition of NEUROPTERAN

: any of an order (Neuroptera) of usually net-winged insects that include the lacewings and ant lions

— neuropteran adjective

— neu·rop·ter·ous \-rəs\ adjective

ultimately from Greek neur- + pteron wing — more at feather

First Known Use: circa 1842

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