cicala
Definition
Noun: 1. A type of insect, specifically a cicada. It is characterized by a stout body, large transparent wings, and, in males, special organs for producing a loud, continuous, high-pitched sound.
Usage
The word "cicala" is a less common, often poetic or literary term for "cicada." It refers to the insect itself, typically in the context of its distinctive sound or its presence in warm environments. * The cicala's drone was the soundtrack to the hot summer afternoon. * In the quiet garden, only the cicala could be heard.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used in literary or descriptive writing to evoke a specific atmosphere, often one of heat, stillness, or a Mediterranean setting.
- The hills were silent except for the chorus of the cicalas.
Variants and Related Words
- Cicada (n): The more common and standard term for the same insect.
- Cicadidae (n): The scientific family name to which cicalas/cicadas belong.
Synonyms
- Cicada
- Harvest fly (regional)
Related Idioms or Phrases
- While not a direct idiom, the sound of the cicala is often referenced in literature and poetry as a symbol of summer, heat, or relentless noise.
Noun
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stout-bodied insect with large membranous wings; male has drum-like organs for producing a high-pitched drone
