Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cigarra

noun
/sɪˈɡɑː.rə/
Definition
cigarra (noun)
Examples
  • The sound of the cigarra filled the air during the hot summer afternoons.
  • In folklore, the cigarra is often used as a symbol of carefree living.
  • Many people enjoy listening to the song of a cigarra while relaxing outside.
Meaning
A cicada, an insect known for its loud, distinctive sound produced by males during mating season.
Synonyms
  • cicada
  • harvest fly
  • jar fly