Pyralid Definition
pī-rălĭd, pĭrə-lĭd
noun
Any of a large family (Pyralidae) of small moths with narrow, triangular forewings, broader hind wings, and long legs.
Webster's New World
Synonyms:
- pyralid moth
adjective
Of or belonging to the family Pyralidae.
American Heritage
Other Word Forms of Pyralid
Noun
Singular:
pyralid
Plural:
pyralidsOrigin of Pyralid
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From New Latin Pyralidae family name from Pyralis type genus from Greek puralis puralid- an insect said to live in fire from pūr fire pyre
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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