Noun
Any one of numerous species of large, handsome, tropical American butterflies, of the genus Morpho. They are noted for the very brilliant metallic luster and bright colors (often blue) of the upper surface of the wings. The lower surface is usually brown or gray, with eyelike spots.
Source: Webster's dictionaryA display technology ("Mirasol") based on the reflective properties of Morpho butterfly wings was commercialized by Qualcomm in 2007. Source: Internet
Morpho butterfly wing structure, for example, is a very attractive area of study, since the bright color of the wings remains unchanged for centuries, due to its specific nanostructure. Source: Internet
A part of me would love to have a blue morpho in a frame on the wall, but the much larger part of me would rather that blue morpho be flying around in the Amazon. Source: Internet