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Meaning of CHALCID FLY

WordNet Dictionary
 
 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
 
 See Also: Chalcidae, Chalcididae, chalcis fly, family Chalcidae, family Chalcididae, hymenopter, hymenopteran, hymenopteron, hymenopterous insect

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 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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