1. an insect of the order Hemiptera, characterized by piercing and sucking mouthparts
Usage: entomology

1. of or relating to insects of the order Hemiptera
Usage: entomology

Examples

• The aphid is a common hemipteran found in gardens.
• Bed bugs are hemipterans that feed on human blood.
• The scientist studied hemipteran feeding behavior.
• Water striders are aquatic hemipterans that walk on water.
• Hemipteran insects have incomplete metamorphosis.
• The hemipteran order includes both plant and animal feeders.