aphid

UK
/ˈeɪ.fɪd/
US
/ˈeɪ.fɪd/

Translations

aphidnoun
aphids
pl
UK
/ˈeɪ.fɪd/
US
/ˈeɪ.fɪd/
The gardener found aphids on the rose bushes.
Садовник нашел тлю на кустах роз.
Synonyms
plant louse
leaf louse
aphidadjective
UK
/ˈeɪ.fɪd/
US
/ˈeɪ.fɪd/
Used attributively to modify another noun (e.g. "aphid damage").

Definitions

aphidnoun
A small sap-sucking insect that is a member of the superfamily Aphidoidea, often considered a pest due to its ability to damage plants.
The gardener was concerned about the aphid infestation on the rose bushes.
aphidadjective
Relating to, affected by, or caused by aphids.
Aphid damage can severely reduce crop yields.