What is another word for Aphids?

Pronunciation: [ˈe͡ɪfɪdz] (IPA)

Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that are a common garden pest. They feed on the sap of plants and can cause damage to crops if not controlled. There are several synonyms for the word "aphids", including plant lice, greenflies, blackflies, and whiteflies. These different names reflect the different species of aphids and their appearance. Plant lice and greenflies are more commonly used in the United States, while blackflies and whiteflies are more common in Europe. Regardless of the name used, aphids can cause significant damage to crops and garden plants and should be controlled through natural or chemical means.

What are the hypernyms for Aphids?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Aphids

"I'll smoke the Aphids off your rose-bushes," he offered.
"The Iron Woman"
Margaret Deland
Ah, here you all come, each bearing a leaf or a twig on which are Aphids.
"The Insect Folk"
Margaret Warner Morley
What, John, you have heard that the Aphids give out honey dew from two little horns near the tip of the abdomen?
"The Insect Folk"
Margaret Warner Morley

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