Entomology definition of Lunula
Entomology definition of Lunula: a small lunule or crescent.
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Entomology definition of Lunaris or Lunate
Entomology definition of Lunaris or Lunate: crescent-shaped: formed like a new moon.
Entomology definition of Lumper
Entomology definition of Lumper: one who, in describing species or genera recognizes only prominent or obvious characters to the exclusion of minor color or variable […]
Entomology definition of Luminescence
Entomology definition of Luminescence: applied to the light of fire-flies, as a substitute for phosphorescence.
Entomology definition of Lumen
Entomology definition of Lumen: the cavity of an organ: the inner surface of a tube: the hollow portion of a gland or vesicular structure.
Entomology definition of Lucifugous
Entomology definition of Lucifugous: fleeing the light: applied to nocturnal forms or those that live in concealment.
Entomology definition of Luciferous
Entomology definition of Luciferous: light giving.
Entomology definition of Luciferine
Entomology definition of Luciferine: a substance in the blood of luminous beetles which, when brought into contact with luciferase, produces light.
Entomology definition of Luciferase
Entomology definition of Luciferase: a substance in the nature of an enzyme, existing in the luminous organs of light-giving beetles.
Entomology definition of Lucid
Entomology definition of Lucid: shining; applied to luminous insects.