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ephemeron

/ɪˈfɛm.ə.rɒn/

/ɪˈfɛm.ə.rɑn/

Translations

ephemeronnoun

ephemera

/ɪˈfɛm.ə.rɒn/

/ɪˈfɛm.ə.rɑn/

The ephemeron is a short-lived insect.

Эфемерон - это недолговечное насекомое.

Synonyms

ephemeronnoun

An object or item of short-lived interest or use, often used in the context of printed materials like pamphlets or tickets.

The museum's collection includes a variety of ephemera, such as old concert tickets and theater programs.

In biology, an organism with a very short lifespan, particularly certain insects like mayflies.

The mayfly is a classic example of an ephemeron, living only for a day or two as an adult.