neuropterous insect

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Definition Noun : An insect characterized by having biting mouthparts and two pairs of large, membranous wings with a prominent, net-like pattern of veins. This term refers to any member of the insect order Neuroptera. Usage The term "neuropterous insect" is a formal, scientific classification used in entomology (the study of insects). It is used to describe and categorize insects that share th...