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lacewing |
2 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Lacewing \Lace"wing`\, n. (Zo["o]l.) Any one of several species of neuropterous insects of the genus {Chrysopa} and allied genera. They have delicate, lacelike wings and brilliant eyes. Their larv[ae] are useful in destroying aphids. Called also {lace-winged fly}, and {goldeneyed fly}. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: lacewing n : any of two families of gauzy-winged insects (Chrysopidae and Hemerobiidae); larvae feed on insect pests such as aphids [syn: {lacewing fly}]
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