holometabolous meaning

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holometabolous (adjective): (of an insect) undergoing complete metamorphosis.

Definition of holometabolous

  1. (of an insect) undergoing complete metamorphosis

    Synonyms: holometabolic

    Similar: metamorphic

    Related forms: holometaboly, holometabolism

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