lacewing

Meanings

• noun

  A type of insect belonging to the Neuroptera order, known for their delicate, net-like wings.

  - "The lacewing preys on aphids and other small insects."
  - "The garden was teeming with lacewings, which helped control the aphid population."

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Synonyms

lacewing fly

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Variants

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lacewing , lacewing fly , lacewings

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Etymology

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From Old English 'hlacwege' or 'hlacewung', meaning 'net-winged'.

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Trivia

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1. Lacewings are also known as 'lacewings aphids' due to their role as predators of aphids.

2. Lacewings have compound eyes, which give them a wide field of vision.

3. Lacewing larvae, also known as 'apeasers', have a distinctive, aposematic coloration to warn predators of their distastefulness.

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Related Concepts

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1. Neuroptera: The order of insects to which lacewings belong.

2. Aphid: A common prey of lacewings.

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Culture

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In literature, lacewings have been used as symbols of beauty, grace, and the delicate balance of nature. In art, they have been depicted in various forms, from intricate drawings to three-dimensional sculptures.

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