Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mosquito
noun
/məˈskiː.toʊ/
Definition
A small flying insect known for its ability to bite and suck blood.
Examples
- The mosquito buzzed around the room, making it hard to concentrate.
- She applied insect repellent to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes.
- During summer, there are always a lot of mosquitoes near the pond.
Meaning
Mosquitoes are often found in warm climates and are known for their annoying buzzing sound and itchy bites.
Synonyms
- gnat
- midge
- fly