See Also: nymphales(medicine)
introvert(medicine)
introvert(1)(dictionary)
introvert(2)(dictionary)
introvert(dictionary)
introvert and extrovert(encyclopedia)

introvert(2) (iou) and nymphales (medicine)


introvert(2) (iou)



introvert verb trans. M17.
[mod. Latin introvertere, formed as INTRO- + vertere to turn.]
Turn (the mind, one's thinking, etc.) inwards upon itself; direct (one's interest or effort) to that which is internal or spiritual. M17.
Turn or bend inwards (physically); esp. in Zoology turn (a part or organ) inside out within its own tube or base (cf. EVERT). L18.
introvertive adjective introversive M19.

nymphales (medicine)


nymphales
<zoology> An extensive family of butterflies including the nymphs, the satyrs, the monarchs, the heliconias, and others.

Synonym: brush-footed butterflies.

Source: Websters Dictionary