/tʃiŋtʃe/ or /tʃiŋtʃe/ (Spanish)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of bed bug, Cimex lectularius, commonly found in homes and other buildings.

“The landlord was sued by tenants for failing to eradicate the chinche infestation in the apartments.”

2. noun

A common insectivorous ant, used in traditional medicine in some Latin American cultures.

“In many Latin American countries, the chinche is considered a delicacy and is often eaten fried or sautéed.”