eriophyes

/ɛrɪˈɒfaɪz/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of mite, specifically an insect in the suborder Acari, especially one that feeds on plant sap.

“The eriophyes infestation had severely damaged the crops.”

Synonyms

  • mite
  • parasitic mite

Antonyms

  • beneficial insect
  • pesticide