lacewing Definition
any of various slender-bodied insects having delicate, lacelike wings and long antennae.
Using lacewing: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "lacewing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Lacewings are often used as biological pest control agents.
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The green lacewing is a common species found in gardens.
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Adult lacewings feed on nectar and pollen while the larvae are predators of aphids and other small insects.
lacewing Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with lacewing
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The brown lacewing is a common predator of aphids.
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The green lacewing is a common species found in gardens.
golden-eyed lacewing
a type of lacewing that has golden-colored eyes and feeds on small insects
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The golden-eyed lacewing is a common predator of aphids.
Summary: lacewing in Brief
A 'lacewing' [leys-wing] is a type of insect characterized by its delicate, lacelike wings and long antennae. Lacewings are often used as biological pest control agents, with adult lacewings feeding on nectar and pollen while the larvae are predators of aphids and other small insects. Common species include the green lacewing and the brown lacewing.
