aleyrodes
|a-ley-ro-des|
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/əˈlaɪroʊdiːz/
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/əˈlaɪrəʊdiːz/
small whitefly pest
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aleyrodes' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aleuron,' where 'aleuron' meant 'flour' due to the powdery appearance of the insects.
Historical Evolution
'aleyrodes' was directly borrowed from Greek into scientific Latin, maintaining its original form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the powdery appearance of the insects, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of small whiteflies, which are plant pests.
The aleyrodes are known to infest various crops, causing significant damage.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/17 20:06