io
Io (noun) means a large yellow North American moth known for the eye-like spots on its hindwings. Example: “The io moth's bright eyespots are meant to startle predators.”
How to use io
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsually refers either to a spotted moth species or to one of Jupiter's moons.
Word forms
ios plural
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The _____ moth's bright eyespots are meant to startle predators.
Etymology
From the Greek mythological figure Io, a mortal woman loved by Zeus and transformed into a heifer.
Rhymes for io
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What does “io” mean?
The word “io” means a large yellow North American moth known for the eye-like spots on its hindwings. In plain terms, usually refers either to a spotted moth species or to one of Jupiter's moons.
How do you pronounce “io”?
“Io” is pronounced EYE-oh (/ˈaɪəʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “io” in a sentence?
Here is “io” used in a sentence: “The io moth's bright eyespots are meant to startle predators.”
What part of speech is “io”?
Depending on how it is used, “io” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “io” come from?
The word “io” comes from Greek. From the Greek mythological figure Io, a mortal woman loved by Zeus and transformed into a heifer.
Is “io” a common word?
“Io” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “io” have?
“Io” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large yellow North American moth known for the eye-like spots on its hindwings.
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