plant bug

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Noun plant bug has 1 sense

leaf bug, plant bug - small bright-colored insect that feeds on plant juices
--₁ is a kind of hemipterous insect, bug, hemipteran, hemipteron
--₁ has particulars: mirid bug, mirid, capsid; lace bug

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Plant Bug

A plant bug refers to any species of insects that feed on plants, often causing damage and affecting their health. These bugs belong to the family of insects known as Miridae.

Meanings and Usages:

Noun: Insect

Example Sentence: The plant bug infestation has ruined my entire vegetable garden.

Noun: Entomology

Example Sentence: The entomologist is studying the life cycle of the plant bug.

Adjective: Popular

Example Sentence: The new plant bug repellant spray is becoming popular among gardeners.

Adjective: Local

Example Sentence: The farmers have noticed an increase in local plant bug populations.