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pyralid Definition

pyra·lid (pirə lid)

noun

any of a large family (Pyralidae) of small moths with narrow, triangular forewings, broader hind wings, and long legs

Etymology: < ModL Pyralidae < L pyralis (gen. pyralidis), kind of flying insect < Gr < pyr, fire: once thought to live in fire

pyralid Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • moth: An account of the differences may be found in British Pyralid Moths by B. Goater - pages 89-90.

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