THRIPS


Meaning of THRIPS in English

[ θrɪps ]

(also thrip )

■ noun ( plural same) a minute black insect which sucks plant sap, noted for swarming on warm still summer days. [Order Thysanoptera: many species.]

Origin

C18: via L. from Gk, lit. 'woodworm'.

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