Definition

Noun: 1. A type of leafhopper insect: A "jassid" is a common name for certain small, plant-feeding insects belonging to the family Cicadellidae, also known as leafhoppers. They are known for their ability to jump and can be agricultural pests.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The farmer inspected the crop for signs of jassid infestation.
  • This particular jassid species transmits a harmful plant virus.

Advanced Usage

• The term "jassid" is often used in agricultural and entomological contexts to refer to leafhoppers that cause damage to crops by feeding on plant sap and potentially spreading diseases.

Variants and Related Words

• Leafhopper (n): The more common general term for insects in the family Cicadellidae, of which jassids are a part.
• Cicadellid (n): The formal scientific term for a member of the family Cicadellidae.

Synonyms

• Leafhopper: The primary synonym.
• Plant hopper: A broader, less specific term for sap-sucking insects that hop.

Noun

1. a variety of leafhopper