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HOLOMETABOLOUS

(adj.sat)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Holometabolous.

Holometabolous - as an adjective satellite

(of an insect) undergoing complete metamorphosis

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
holometabolic22

Example Sentences

"The majority of insects undergo a holometabolous life cycle, with an egg, larva, pupa, and adult stage."
"Butterflies and beetles are examples of holometabolous insects."
"The holometabolous development allows for significant morphological changes between stages."
"The larval and adult stages of holometabolous insects often occupy different ecological niches."
"In holometabolous species, the pupal stage serves as a time of metamorphosis."
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Word Game Points

Is HOLOMETABOLOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, holometabolous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HOLOMETABOLOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is HOLOMETABOLOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, holometabolous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HOLOMETABOLOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is HOLOMETABOLOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, holometabolous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HOLOMETABOLOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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