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Definition of Lepisma
1. Noun. Type genus of the Lepismatidae: silverfish.
Generic synonyms: Arthropod Genus
Group relationships: Family Lepismatidae, Lepismatidae
Member holonyms: Lepisma Saccharina, Silverfish
Definition of Lepisma
1. n. A genus of wingless thysanurous insects having an elongated flattened body, covered with shining scales and terminated by seven unequal bristles. A common species (Lepisma saccharina) is found in houses, and often injures books and furniture. Called also shiner, silver witch, silver moth, and furniture bug.
Medical Definition of Lepisma
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