order Ephemerida

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A taxonomic order of insects: "order Ephemerida" is the scientific name for the insect order comprising the mayflies. This term is used in biological classification.
    • Mayflies: It refers to the group of short-lived insects known for their brief adult stage.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The stream's health was assessed by studying the population of insects in the order Ephemerida.
    • Order Ephemerida is characterized by aquatic nymphs and delicate, winged adults.
Advanced Usage
  • In scientific literature: The term is used in formal taxonomic and entomological contexts.
    • The phylogeny of the order Ephemerida was revised based on new molecular data.
Variants and Related Words
  • Ephemeroptera: (n) A synonymous order name often used interchangeably with Ephemerida in modern taxonomy.
    • Some classification systems use the name Ephemeroptera instead of Ephemerida.
  • Ephemerid: (n) A member of the order Ephemerida; a mayfly.
    • The ephemerid emerged from the water at dusk.
Synonyms
  • Mayflies: The common name for insects belonging to this order.
Noun
  1. mayflies

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