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Lacewing
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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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