greenfly

[ˈɡriːnflaɪ]

greenfly Definition

a small green insect that feeds on the sap of plants and is a pest of crops and gardens.

Using greenfly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "greenfly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The greenfly infestation destroyed the rose garden.

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    The farmer sprayed the crops to get rid of the greenflies.

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    The greenfly population was out of control.

greenfly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for greenfly

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Summary: greenfly in Brief

The term 'greenfly' [ˈɡriːnflaɪ] refers to a small green insect that feeds on the sap of plants and is a pest of crops and gardens. It is also known as 'aphid' or 'plant louse.'