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Definition of Holometabolous
1. Adjective. (of an insect) undergoing complete metamorphosis.
Exact synonyms: Holometabolic
Similar to: Metamorphic
Derivative terms: Holometabolism, Holometabolism, Holometaboly
Similar to: Metamorphic
Derivative terms: Holometabolism, Holometabolism, Holometaboly
Definition of Holometabolous
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Holometabolous
1. Pertaining to a member of the Holometabola, a series of insect orders in which complex or complete metamorphosis is found. Origin: holo-+ G. Metabole, change (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Holometabolous
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