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Scale Insect

Description:

Scale insect refers to a group of small, sap-sucking insects that belong to the order Hemiptera. These insects typically have a protective shell-like covering, resembling scales, that they use to attach themselves to plants. Scale insects come in various sizes, shapes, and colors, and can be found on both indoor and outdoor plants.

Senses:

1. Noun: A small insect of the order Hemiptera, known for its scale-like covering, which feeds by sucking plant sap.
2. Verb: To climb or ascend by using a ladder or similar apparatus.
3. Verb: To adjust, increase, or decrease in size or quantity.

Sample Sentences:

1. The scale insect infestation severely damaged the rose bushes in the garden.
2. She used a ladder to scale the wall and reach the window.
3. We need to scale down the project to fit within our budget.

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