acaroid

/ˌækəˈroʊɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of the family Acaridae, which includes dust mites and other small mites.

“The acaroid mites are often found in carpets and bedding.”

2. adjective

Resembling or related to mites.

“The acaroid characteristics of the insect were evident in its tiny size and eight legs.”

Synonyms

  • arachnid
  • mite

Antonyms

  • hexapod
  • insect