1. Of or relating to insects of the order Homoptera, characterized by piercing and sucking mouthparts and wings of uniform texture throughout.
Usage: entomology; technical

Examples

• Aphids are homopterous insects commonly found on garden plants.
• The homopterous order includes cicadas, leafhoppers, and scale insects.
• Homopterous bugs use their specialized mouthparts to feed on plant sap.
• Scientists classify mealybugs as homopterous pests due to their feeding behavior.
• The wings of homopterous insects are uniform in texture, unlike those of true bugs.