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Definition of Lepidopterous insect
1. Noun. Insect that in the adult state has four wings more or less covered with tiny scales.
Exact synonyms: Lepidopteran, Lepidopteron
Generic synonyms: Insect
Group relationships: Lepidoptera, Order Lepidoptera
Specialized synonyms: Butterfly, Moth
Generic synonyms: Insect
Group relationships: Lepidoptera, Order Lepidoptera
Specialized synonyms: Butterfly, Moth