haltere

10 points English 7 letters Not in frequency data Valid in: UK dictionary

Definitions

noun

either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects; used for maintaining equilibrium during flight

Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

plural halteres

Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.

either of the rudimentary hind wings of dipterous insects

Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).