Definition of Morpho

1. n. Any one of numerous species of large, handsome, tropical American butterflies, of the genus Morpho. They are noted for the very brilliant metallic luster and bright colors (often blue) of the upper surface of the wings. The lower surface is usually brown or gray, with eyelike spots.

Definition of Morpho

1. a tropical butterfly [n -PHOS]

Medical Definition of Morpho

1. 1. Any one of numerous species of large, handsome, tropical American butterflies, of the genus Morpho. They are noted for the very brilliant metallic luster and bright colours (often blue) of the upper surface of the wings. The lower surface is usually brown or gray, with eyelike spots. Origin: NL, fr. Gr, an epithet of Venus. 2. Meaning form, shape, structure. Origin: G. Morphe Source: Websters Dictionary (21 Jun 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Morpho

morphinelike
morphines
morphing
morphings
morphinic
morphinism
morphinisms
morphinomane
morphinomanes
morphinomania
morphinomimetic
morphinone reductase
morphins
morphism
morphisms
morpho (current term)
morpho-
morpho-syntax
morphoanatomy
morphoclimatic
morphodite
morphodites
morphodynamic
morphodynamics
morphogen
morphogene
morphogenes
morphogeneses
morphogenesis
morphogenetic

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