bedbug
bedbug
Definition
bed·bug (bed′bug′)
noun
any of various members of a family (Cimicidae) of wingless, bloodsucking hemipteran insects, esp. the species (Cimex lectularius) with a broad, flat, reddish-brown body and an unpleasant odor that infests beds, furniture, walls, etc., is active mainly at night, and may transmit a variety of diseases
bedbug
Synonyms
bedbug
Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
- common: The common bedbug does not have specific areas in which to lay her eggs hence they can be found all around the home.
- female: The female common bedbugs generally produce around 2 or 3 eggs per day.
Modifies a noun
- bite: In the meantime, sleep tight and... " Don't let the bedbugs bite, " says Lau.
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