Lepidopteran

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Lepidopteran

noun

Any of numerous insects of the order Lepidoptera, which includes the butterflies and moths, characterized by four membranous wings covered with small scales and having larvae that are called caterpillars.
Same as lepidopterous.
Same as lepidopter.
An insect that in the adult state has four wings more or less covered with tiny scales; a lepidopterous insect.

adjective

Same as lepidopterous.

Anagrams of Lepidopteran

Words You Can Make

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