About The Word Cochineal insect
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Cochineal insect
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What's The Definition Of Cochineal insect?
[n] Mexican red scale insect that feeds on cacti; the source of a red dye
Synonyms | Synonyms for Cochineal insect: cochineal | Dactylopius coccus Related Terms | Find terms related to Cochineal insect: See Also | Dactylopius | genus Dactylopius | scale insect |
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