phasmid Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun large cylindrical or flattened mostly tropical insects with long strong legs that feed on plants; walking sticks and leaf insects
phasmid insect.

See Phasm. Probably so called from its mimicking, or appearing like, inanimate objects.

(Zoöl.) Any orthopterous insect of the family Phasmidæ, as a leaf insect or a stick insect.