Elytron (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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noun, plural el·y·tra [el-i-truh]. /ˈɛl ɪ trə/.
  1. one of the pair of hardened forewings of certain insects, as beetles, forming a protective covering for the posterior or flight wings.
noun plural -tra (-trə)
  1. either of the horny front wings of beetles and some other insects, which cover and protect the hind wings
Plural elytra
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