Sinentomoidea

Pronunciation
/sin-en-to-moh-EYE-deh/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Sinentomoidea
Plural
Sinentomoidea

Definition

An extinct superfamily of insects in the order Zygentoma, related to silverfish.

Etymology

From Latin 'sin-', meaning 'without', and 'entomoidea', referring to the insect-like nature.

Example

Sinentomoidea are known for their ancient lineage dating back to the Lower Cretaceous.

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