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calyptrate

calyptrate

1 9.9
Having a small cap-like flap that covers part of a fly, plant or fungus
  • adjective
  • /kəˈlɪpˌtreɪt/
  • Specialized
: caliptrada
  • The calyptrate flies are distinguished from acalyptrate flies by the presence of wing calypters.

Examples

  • Many calyptrate muscoid flies are common in both urban and rural environments.

  • Have you seen the calyptrate flies in the garden?

  • Entomologists often focus on calyptrate species due to their diverse ecological roles.

  • The calyptrate structure of the fungus is fascinating.

  • Entomologists often study calyptrate flies because of their unique adaptations.

  • The calyptrate structure of these plants aids in water retention and protection.

  • You can easily identify calyptrate species by observing their distinctive wing features.

Surface Forms

calyptrate positive

Morphology

calyptrate = calyptra (transparent) = calyptra + ate

Formed directly from the noun 'calyptra' with the adjectival suffix '-ate', so the meaning 'having a calyptra' is directly derivable though the term is technical.

Etymology

The word calyptrate comes from the Greek word calyptra, meaning 'covering' or 'cap'. Picture a small cap or veil that hides part of a fly's wing or a plant part, and you will remember that calyptrate means 'having a little cap or covering'.