Pronymph

Noun

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.NounAn arthropod hatchling still inside its embryonic cuticle, often specialized for breaking the eggshell or leaving the oviposition site; a prolarva.

2.NounA prepupa with externally visible pupal traits.

Synonyms

prolarva protonymphon protonymph planidium protaspid actinotrocha anaprotaspid pseudoproct proleg pilidium prophragma propleurum

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