Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun The typical genus of Elachistinæ (which see), characterized by the one-spurred hind tibiæ and metallic colors.
- noun In Europe 50 species have been described, and in North America 6; the latter are parasitic upon tortricid larvæ. Sometimes wrongly spelled
Elachestus .
Etymologies
Sorry, no etymologies found.
Support
Help support Wordnik (and make this page ad-free) by adopting the word elachistus.
Examples
Sorry, no example sentences found.
Comments
Log in or sign up to get involved in the conversation. It's quick and easy.