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Definition of Mastotermes
1. Noun. Primitive genus of termites; mostly extinct; sometimes considered the most primitive Isoptera.
Exact synonyms: Genus Mastotermes
Generic synonyms: Arthropod Genus
Group relationships: Family Mastotermitidae, Mastotermitidae
Member holonyms: Mastotermes Darwiniensis, Mastotermes Electromexicus, Mastotermes Electrodominicus
Generic synonyms: Arthropod Genus
Group relationships: Family Mastotermitidae, Mastotermitidae
Member holonyms: Mastotermes Darwiniensis, Mastotermes Electromexicus, Mastotermes Electrodominicus
Lexicographical Neighbors of Mastotermes
Literary usage of Mastotermes
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Whole Life Cycle of Chromosomes and Their Coiling Systems: Transactions, APS by L. R. Cleveland (2008)
"This is true, according to Dr. Max Day who recently made observations for me,
even in the most primitive, roach-like termite, mastotermes ..."
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