brown lacewing
Definition
- Noun:
- A small, dark-colored insect of the order Neuroptera, family Hemerobiidae: A "brown lacewing" is a type of lacewing fly characterized by its small size and predominantly brown or dark coloration. Unlike the more common green lacewings, brown lacewings are typically less conspicuous.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The gardener was pleased to find a brown lacewing among the plants, as its larvae are voracious predators of aphids.
- Under the microscope, the delicate, net-like wings of the brown lacewing were clearly visible.
Advanced Usage
- In biological control: The term is often used in agricultural and horticultural contexts when discussing natural pest management.
- Introducing brown lacewings can be an effective component of an integrated pest management strategy.
Variants and Related Words
- Hemerobiid (noun): A technical synonym for a brown lacewing, referring to any member of the family Hemerobiidae.
- The hemerobiid population increased after the pesticide application ceased.
Synonyms
- Hemerobiid: A more scientific term for a brown lacewing.
- Brown lacewing fly: A fuller descriptive synonym.
Related Terms (Not Phrasal Verbs)
- Lacewing: The general common name for insects in the order Neuroptera, which includes both green and brown varieties.
- Neuropteran: A term for any insect belonging to the order Neuroptera.
Noun
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small dark-colored lacewing fly
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