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tettix

/ˈtɛt.ɪks/
tet · tix
Plural:tettiges
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• noun

1

A cicada, particularly as celebrated for its high-pitched song in ancient Greek literature, mythology, and poetry.

Example

"The ancient poet compared his own enduring voice to the clear, vibrant song of the tettix in the summer heat."

2

A small orthopteran insect of the family Tetrigidae, commonly known as a grouse locust or pygmy grasshopper, noted for a prolonged section of the pronotum over the abdomen.

Example

"The entomologist observed a small tettix expertly camouflaged against the muddy bank of the stream."

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teton range
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tetratheca
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texas blind snake

Word Origin & Etymology

From Ancient Greek τέττιξ (téttix), meaning 'cicada'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tettix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tettix
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