Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
loreal
Adjective
/ˈlɔːreɪəl/
Definition
The term ‘loreal’ is used in zoology and botany, primarily referring to a specific series of scales or hairs found around the eyes of certain animals, particularly insects, or to describe aspects of the lore around certain plants.
Examples
- The loreal scales on the snake enhance its camouflage in the environment.
- In entomology, the loreal region is significant for identifying insect species.
Meaning
The term can denote features related to lore in animals or the characteristics of loreal scales in taxonomy.
Synonyms
- loreal scales
- periocular characteristics
