Definition of apterous

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Apterous (a.) Destitute of winglike membranous expansions, as a stem or petiole; -- opposed to alate..

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Hexapterous :: Hexapterous (a.) Having six processes.
Symphyseal :: Symphyla (n. pl.) An order of small apterous insects having an elongated body, with three pairs of thoracic and about nine pairs of abdominal legs. They are, in many respects, intermediate between myriapods and true insects..
Springtide :: Springtail (n.) Any one of numerous species of small apterous insects belonging to the order Thysanura. They have two elastic caudal stylets which can be bent under the abdomen and then suddenly extended like a spring, thus enabling them to leap to a considerable distance. See Collembola, and Podura..
Apteral :: Apteral (a.) Apterous.
Apterous :: Apterous (a.) Destitute of winglike membranous expansions, as a stem or petiole; -- opposed to alate..
Apterous :: Apterous (a.) Destitute of wings; apteral; as, apterous insects..
Tetrapterous :: Tetrapterous (a.) Having four wings.
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