pseudoneuroptera Meaning, Definition & Usage

Pseu`do*neu*rop"te*ra noun plural

Etymology

NL. See Pseudo-, and Neuroptera.

Definitions

1. (Zoöl.) division of insects (Zoöl.) reticulated wings, as in the Neuroptera, but having an active pupa state. It includes the dragon flies, May flies, white ants, etc. By some zoölogists they are classed with the Orthoptera; by others, with the Neuroptera.