biting midge
biting midge
Definition
biting midge
noun
any of a family (Ceratopogonidae) of midges with piercing and sucking mouthparts: some species attack humans and animals in swarms
biting midge
Usage Examples
Converse of subject
- transmit: Cattle are the main reservoir of bluetongue virus which is transmitted by biting midges, although cattle themselves do not generally become ill.
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