dealate Definition
- 1(of an insect) having wings that are fully developed and functional, especially at maturity
- 2to lose wings after flight
Using dealate: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dealate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The dealate queen ant will fly off to start a new colony.
Example
After mating, the male ants will dealate and die.
Example
The dealated termites will crawl into the soil to start a new nest.
dealate Synonyms and Antonyms
Antonyms for dealate
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Summary: dealate in Brief
'Dealate' [ˈdiːleɪt] describes an insect that has fully developed wings, especially at maturity. It can also refer to the process of losing wings after flight. Examples include the dealate queen ant starting a new colony, and the dealated termites crawling into the soil to start a new nest.
