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1. (n.) midge
any of numerous minute dipterous insects, esp. of the family Chironomidae, somewhat resembling a mosquito.
2. midge
a tiny person.
Etymology: (bef. 900; OE mycg(e); c. OS
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) midge
minute two-winged mosquito-like fly lacking biting mouthparts; appear in dancing swarms especially near water
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1. (noun) midge
any one of many small, delicate, long-legged flies of the Chironomus, and allied genera, which do not bite. Their larvae are usually aquatic
2. (noun) midge
a very small fly, abundant in many parts of the United States and Canada, noted for the irritating quality of its bite
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