Meaning of CHALCID FLY
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| Definition: | | [n] any of various tiny insects whose larvae are parasites on eggs and larvae of other insects; many are beneficial in destroying injurious insects |
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| Synonyms: | | chalcid, chalcid wasp, chalcidfly |
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| See Also: | | Chalcidae, Chalcididae, chalcis fly, family Chalcidae, family Chalcididae, hymenopter, hymenopteran, hymenopteron, hymenopterous insect | |
Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| Definition: | | \Chal"cid fly`\ [From Gr. chalko`s copper; in
allusion to its metallic colors.] (Zo["o]l.)
One of a numerous family of hymenopterous insects
({Chalcidid[ae]}. Many are gallflies, others are parasitic on
insects.
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