ephemeron
noun
Something that lasts for a very short time; a short-lived creature, especially a mayfly; any transitory thing.
Etymology
From Greek ephemeron meaning "creature living a day," neuter of ephemeros (short-lived), from epi (on) + hemera (day).
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The mayfly is the classic ephemeron, living only hours as an adult."
- 2.
"Beauty can be an ephemeron, fading with time."
- 3.
"In the digital age, viral content is often an ephemeron."
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Fun Fact
The mayfly order Ephemeroptera includes over 3,000 species. Some adult mayflies live only 5 minutes - just long enough to mate and lay eggs, as they have no mouths and cannot eat.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 9 letters (E, P, H, E, M, E, R, O, N)
Scrabble Value: 16 points
Tip: Words ending in "ON" are often good scoring opportunities.
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