homopteran Entomology [ hɒ'mɒpt(ə)r(ə)n ]
■ noun a bug of the group Homoptera, comprising those with uniform forewings, such as the plant bugs, aphids, and cicadas. Compare with heteropteran .
■ adjective relating to homopterans.
Derivatives
homopterous adjective
Origin
from mod. L. Homoptera , from homo- + Gk pteron 'wing'.