Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
morpho
Noun
/ˈmɔrfoʊ/
Definition
Morpho refers to a genus of large, colorful butterflies found primarily in Central and South America, known for their striking iridescent blue wings.
Examples
- The Morpho butterfly is often a highlight in butterfly exhibits.
- Studying morpho in linguistics helps in understanding word formation.
Meaning
The term ‘morpho’ can also relate to the field of morphology in linguistics, which studies the structure and form of words.
Synonyms
- butterfly
- morphological structure
