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DIPTERAN

(noun, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Dipteran.

Dipteran - as a noun

Insects having usually a single pair of functional wings (anterior pair) with the posterior pair reduced to small knobbed structures and mouth parts adapted for sucking or lapping or piercing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dipterondipterous insecttwo-winged insects
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
insect
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Dipteran - as an adjective

Relating to or denoting dipterans.

Example Sentences

"The dipteran flew around the room."
"She studied the anatomy of dipterans for her research."
"The dipteran species is known for its unique wing structure."
"He caught a dipteran in the insect net."
"The dipteran larvae were feeding on decaying matter."
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Word Game Points

Is DIPTERAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dipteran is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DIPTERAN has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is DIPTERAN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dipteran is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DIPTERAN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is DIPTERAN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dipteran is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIPTERAN has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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