plecoptera

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Definition

1. Noun:
   • An order of insects: "Plecoptera" refers to the scientific order comprising insects commonly known as stoneflies. These are aquatic insects found near freshwater habitats, and their presence is often an indicator of good water quality.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The biologist studied the life cycle of Plecoptera. (The biologist studied the life cycle of stoneflies.)
  • Plecoptera are important bioindicators in freshwater ecosystems. (Stoneflies are important bioindicators in freshwater ecosystems.)

Advanced Usage

• In scientific taxonomy: The term "Plecoptera" is used formally in biological classification to denote the entire order.
  • The order Plecoptera is divided into several families. (The order Plecoptera is divided into several families.)

Variants and Related Words

• Plecopteran (noun/adjective): A member of the order Plecoptera; relating to stoneflies.
  • The plecopteran nymph was collected from the stream. (The stonefly nymph was collected from the stream.)

Synonyms

• Stoneflies: The common name for insects of the order Plecoptera.

Học thuật

Noun

1. stoneflies

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Plecoptera
• order Plecoptera