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Definition of "homopterous" []

  • Of or belonging to the order Homoptera, which includes the cicadas, aphids, and scale insects, characterized by sucking mouthparts. (adjective)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "homopterous" in a sentence
  • "A similar but much smaller homopterous insect, of the family"
  • "Aphids, leafhoppers, psyllids, whiteflies, scale insects, and other homopterous pests are sensitive to neem products to varying degrees."
  • "Neem derivatives may also influence the ability of homopterous insects to carry and transmit certain viruses."