Synonyms for lacewing
ˈleɪsˌwɪŋlacewing

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1. lacewingnoun

   Synonyms:
   lacewing fly

2. lacewingnoun

   Any of several gauzy-winged insects of the families Chrysopidae and Hemerobiidae.

   Synonyms:
   lacewing fly

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1. lacewing, lacewing flynoun

   any of two families of insects with gauzy wings (Chrysopidae and Hemerobiidae); larvae feed on insect pests such as aphids

   Synonyms:
   lacewing fly

Matched Categories

1. • Neuropterous Insect

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