How Do You Spell NEUROPTERAL?

Pronunciation: [njˈuːɹəptəɹə͡l] (IPA)

Neuropteral is a word used to describe an ancient order of insects that have lace-like wings. The IPA phonetic transcription of the word is /njʊˈrɒptərɔːl/. The initial 'n' is clearly pronounced, followed by the 'j' sound which is the 'yuh' sound in yes. The 'r' is next and pronounced 'rah'. The 'o' is pronounced with a rounded mouth as in 'for' and the 'p' is a soft 'puh' sound. The rest of the word falls into place with the standard phonetic sounds.

NEUROPTERAL Meaning and Definition

1. Neuropteral is an adjective used to describe a group of insects belonging to the order Neuroptera, which is characterized by four membranous wings with many veins. The term is derived from the Greek words "neuron," meaning nerve, and "pteron," meaning wing. Neuroptera is a diverse order, comprising insects commonly known as lacewings, antlions, and owlflies.

   These insects are typically small to medium-sized and have delicate, transparent wings that are intricately veined. The wing venation, along with their specialized mouthparts and elongated antennae, distinguishes neuropterans from other insects. Neuroptera insects feed on a wide range of prey, including aphids, psyllids, mites, and other small insects. Some species are also known to scavenge on dead organic matter.

   One prominent characteristic of neuropterans is their remarkable ability to undergo complete metamorphosis. During their life cycle, neuropteran larvae differ significantly from the adults, both in appearance and lifestyle. Neuropteran larvae are generally predatory and well-adapted for capturing and feeding on a variety of smaller organisms.

   Neuropteral insects play an essential role in natural ecosystems as they help control pest populations, making them beneficial to humans. Additionally, their intricate wings and intriguing behaviours have made neuropterans a subject of interest for entomologists and scientists studying insect ecology. The neuropteral order encompasses a wide range of fascinating and ecologically important insects, which continue to captivate researchers and enthusiasts alike.

2. Nerve-winged; pert. to the order neuroptera.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for NEUROPTERAL

• neuropteral
• neuropteron
• beuropteral
• meuropteral
• jeuropteral
• heuropteral
• nwuropteral
• nsuropteral
• nduropteral
• nruropteral
• n4uropteral
• n3uropteral
• neyropteral
• nehropteral
• nejropteral
• neiropteral
• ne8ropteral
• ne7ropteral
• neueopteral
• neudopteral

Etymology of NEUROPTERAL

The word "neuropteral" comes from the combination of two Greek roots: "neuron" meaning "nerve" and "pteron" meaning "wing". "Neuropteral" is derived from the Greek word "neuropteros", which was used to describe insects that have delicate, veined wings that resemble a network of nerves. The term was first coined by the entomologist Hermann Burmeister in the early 19th century to categorize a group of winged insects characterized by this particular wing structure.