elytron

[ el-i-tron ]

/ ˈɛl ɪˌtrɒn /

one of the pair of hardened forewings of certain insects, as beetles, forming a protective covering for the posterior or flight wings.

Also called wing case, wing cover.

Origin of elytron

1745–55; < New Latin < Greek élytron a covering

el·y·trous

[el-i-truh s] /ˈɛl ɪ trəs/, adjective

elysium, elysée, elytis, elytra, elytroid, elytron, elytrum, elzevir, em, em dash, em pica

Sometimes the glands are found beneath the disk of the elytron, opening by pores on the surface.

Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 6 |Various
Axis: a small process at base of elytron, upon which it turns.

Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology |John. B. Smith
Complicant: when one elytron extends over the other and partially covers it.

Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology |John. B. Smith

elytron

/ (ˈɛlɪˌtrɒn) /

either of the horny front wings of beetles and some other insects, which cover and protect the hind wings

elytroid or elytrous, adjective

C18: from Greek elutron sheath, covering

elytron

[ ĕl′ĭ-trŏn′ ]

Either of the modified forewings of a beetle or related insect that encase the thin hind wings used in flight.