ciniphes

/sɪˈnɪfiz/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of parasitic wasp, specifically a cinipid wasp, especially one that lays its eggs inside the nests of other insects.

“The biologist studied the behavior of ciniphes in their natural habitats.”

Synonyms

  • cinipid
  • parasitic wasp

Antonyms

  • beneficial insect