lace bug
lace bug
L l Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [leys buhg]
- /leɪs bʌg/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [leys buhg]
- /leɪs bʌg/
Definitions of lace bug words
- noun lace bug any of several bugs of the family Tingidae, characterized by a lacy pattern of ridges on the head, thorax, and wings, and feeding on the leaves of oak, birch, sycamore, etc. 1
- noun lace bug a small bug of the family Tingidae, having a delicate pattern in the wing venation. They are plant feeders and include the thistle lace bugs (Tingis cardui and T. ampliata) and the rhododendron bug (Stephanitis rhododendri) 0
- noun lace bug Any insect in the family Tingidae, named for the lace-like appearance of the wings and pronotum. 0
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Origin of lace bug
First appearance:
before 1890 One of the 20% newest English words
First recorded in 1890-95
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Parts of speech for Lace bug
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lace bug popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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