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“hymenopteran”
1. An insect of the order Hymenoptera (an extensive order of highly specialized insects); comprising the sawflies, wasps, bees, and ants: The name hymenopteran refers to the membranous wings of the insects, in which the hind wings are connected to the fore wings by a series of hooks called "hamuli".
2. Etymology: from the Ancient Greek humen, "membrane" and pteron, "wing".
2. Etymology: from the Ancient Greek humen, "membrane" and pteron, "wing".
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Ant and Related Entomology Terms
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