Heteroptera
Pronunciation: /ˌhɛtəˈrɒpt(ə)rə/
Definition of Heteroptera
noun
Entomology- a group of true bugs comprising those in which the forewings are non-uniform, having a thickened base and membranous tip. The predatory and water bugs belong to this group, as well as many plant bugs. Compare with Homoptera.
- Suborder Heteroptera, order Hemiptera
Origin:
modern Latin (plural), from Greek heteros 'other' + pteron 'wing'