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Ephemeroptera

Ephem·​er·​op·​tera | \ ə̇ˌfeməˈräpt(ə)rə\

Definition of Ephemeroptera

: an order of slender delicate insects that comprise the mayflies

History and Etymology for Ephemeroptera

New Latin, from Greek ephēmeros + New Latin -ptera

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