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ˈleɪsˌwɪŋlacewing
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Princeton's WordNet
lacewing, lacewing flynoun
any of two families of insects with gauzy wings (Chrysopidae and Hemerobiidae); larvae feed on insect pests such as aphids
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lacewingnoun
Any of several gauzy-winged insects of the families Chrysopidae and Hemerobiidae.
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lacewing
A lacewing is a type of insect belonging to the order Neuroptera, characterized by its delicate, lace-like wings. They are generally green or brown in color, and are known for their large, brightly colored eyes. Lacewings are often beneficial insects as their larvae feed on pests such as aphids, mites, and other small insects.
Webster Dictionary
Lacewingnoun
any one of several species of neuropterous insects of the genus Chrysopa and allied genera. They have delicate, lacelike wings and brilliant eyes. Their larvae are useful in destroying aphids. Called also lace-winged fly, and goldeneyed fly
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of lacewing in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of lacewing in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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- lacewingGreek
- crisopaSpanish
- chrysopeFrench
- lacewingHungarian
- lacewingItalian
- クサカゲロウJapanese
- lacewingDutch
- aniłtʼániiNavajo, Navaho
- lacewingPortuguese
- lacewingVietnamese
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