larvae-neglecting
|lar-vae-ne-glect-ing|
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/ˈlɑrvi nɪˈɡlɛktɪŋ/
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/ˈlɑːvi nɪˈɡlɛktɪŋ/
ignoring larvae
Etymology
'larvae-neglecting' originates from the combination of 'larvae,' which is the plural form of 'larva,' and 'neglecting,' the present participle of 'neglect,' meaning 'to ignore or fail to care for.'
The term 'larvae-neglecting' evolved from the need to describe specific behaviors in entomology where insects fail to care for their young.
Initially, it meant 'ignoring larvae,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing a behavior or action where larvae are ignored or not given proper attention.
The larvae-neglecting behavior of some insects can lead to a decrease in their population.
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Last updated: 2025/07/15 12:17