Aurelia

[ɔ:'ri:ljə]

Definition

(n.) The chrysalis, or pupa of an insect, esp. when reflecting a brilliant golden color, as that of some of the butterflies.

(n.) A genus of jellyfishes. See Discophora.

Typist: Rosa

Synonyms and Synonymous

n. (Ent.) Chrysalis, pupa, nympha.

Editor: Patrick

Definition

n. the chrysalis of an insect from its golden colour.—adj. Aurel′ian—formerly also a name for an entomologist devoted esp. to butterflies and moths.

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