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Noun yellow-fever mosquito has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebYellow-Fever MosquitoDefinition:The Yellow-Fever Mosquito, scientifically known as Aedes aegypti, is a species of mosquito that is primarily responsible for transmitting the yellow fever virus, as well as other diseases such as dengue, Zika, and chikungunya. Senses:NounSense 1:A small mosquito species that is a vector for transmitting various diseases, including yellow fever, dengue, Zika, and chikungunya. Example sentence: The eradication of breeding sites is crucial in controlling the population of yellow-fever mosquitoes. Sense 2:A person who is excessively enthusiastic or supportive of a particular cause or trend that is short-lived. Example sentence: John constantly changes his political affiliations; he's such a yellow-fever mosquito. Related Products: | ||||
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