alate Synonyms
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alate Meaning
alate (s)
(of seeds or insects) having winglike extensions
alate (adv.)
Lately; of late.
alate (a.)
Alt. of Alated
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(of seeds or insects) having winglike extensionsLately; of late., Alt. of Alated
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The alate stage of certain insects is characterized by the presence of wings, enabling them to disperse and colonize new areas.
Entomologists study the development of alate forms in insect species to understand their reproductive strategies and ecological roles.
During certain seasons, ants produce alate individuals that participate in mating flights, contributing to the expansion of ant colonies.
In agriculture, farmers monitor the presence of alate aphids as they can quickly infest crops, causing damage to plant health.
