Definitions for lacewing
ˈleɪsˌwɪŋlacewing

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. lacewing, lacewing flynoun

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

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. lacewingnoun

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

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1. 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.

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1. 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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1. • Neuropterous Insect

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of lacewing in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of lacewing in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=lacewing
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lacewing
3. ^ ChatGPT
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4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lacewing
5. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=lacewing