aequipalpia
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/ˌiːkwɪˈpælpiə/
equal palpi
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aequipalpia' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aequi-' meaning 'equal' and 'palpus' meaning 'palp'.
Historical Evolution
'aequipalpia' was directly derived from the Latin terms 'aequi-' and 'palpus', maintaining its meaning in modern taxonomy.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'equal palpi', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a suborder of moths characterized by having similar palpi.
The aequipalpia are known for their uniform palpi structure.
Last updated: 2025/05/18 03:21