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Lacewing

Lacewing Meaning & Definition
Lacewing Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Lacewing?

[n] any of two families of gauzy-winged insects (Chrysopidae and Hemerobiidae); larvae feed on insect pests such as aphids

Synonyms | Synonyms for Lacewing: lacewing fly

Related Terms | Find terms related to Lacewing:

See Also | brown lacewing | chrysopid | green lacewing | hemerobiid | hemerobiid fly | neuropteran | neuropteron | neuropterous insect | stink fly

Lacewing In Webster's Dictionary

\Lace"wing`\, n. (Zo["o]l.) Any one of several species of neuropterous insects of the genus {Chrysopa} and allied genera. They have delicate, lacelike wings and brilliant eyes. Their larv[ae] are useful in destroying aphids. Called also {lace-winged fly}, and {goldeneyed fly}.

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