no-see-um
(noun)
no-see-um (noun) — A colloquial name for a group of biting midges that feed on the blood of mammals.
A colloquial name for a group of biting midges that feed on the blood of mammals. Although their bites can be painful and annoying, no-see-ums in the U.S. are not believed to transmit diseases. This name harkens to the flies’ small stature. Most measure between 1 – 3mm in length.
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What is no-see-um?
A colloquial name for a group of biting midges that feed on the blood of mammals. Although their bites can be painful and annoying, no-see-ums in the U.S. are not believed to transmit diseases. This name harkens to the flies’ small stature. Most measure between 1 – 3mm in length.
What is another word for no-see-um?
Common synonyms for no-see-um include punkie.
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