Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

skeeter

noun

/ˈskiːtər/

Definition

A colloquial term primarily used in the southern United States to refer to a mosquito.

Examples

Every summer, the skeeters come out in full force, making evening barbeques a challenge.
She applied bug spray to keep the skeeters away while camping.
The loud buzzing of skeeters filled the air near the lake.

Meaning

The word ‘skeeter’ is an informal way to describe small flying insects that are known for biting and sucking blood from humans and animals, often causing irritation and discomfort.