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cynips

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun cynips has 1 sense
  1. Cynips, genus Cynips - type genus of the Cynipidae: gall wasps
    --1 is a kind of arthropod genus
    --1 is a member of Cynipidae, family Cynipidae

Definitions from the Web

Cynips

Definition: Cynips refers to a genus of small wasps belonging to the family Cynipidae, commonly known as gall wasps. These insects are known for their ability to induce the formation of galls (abnormal growths) on various plants, typically oak trees, where they lay their eggs.

Sample Sentences:

1. The cynips laid its eggs on the oak tree, causing the formation of a large gall.

2. The oak gall was carefully dissected, and the presence of cynips larvae was discovered.

3. Cynips infestation can significantly affect the health and growth of oak trees.

4. Researchers are studying the ecological impact of cynips and their interaction with oak tree communities.

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