Associations to the word «Diptera»

Wiktionary

DIPTERA, proper noun. A taxonomic order within the superorder Endopterygota   — the true flies.

Dictionary definition

DIPTERA, noun. A large order of insects having a single pair of wings and sucking or piercing mouths; includes true flies and mosquitoes and gnats and crane flies.

Wise words

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