lacewing

/ˈleɪsˌwɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of insect, typically a lacewing fly, especially one of the family Chrysopidae, often used as a biological control agent.

“The farmer used lacewings to control the aphid population in his garden.”

Synonyms

  • chrysopid
  • lacewing fly

Antonyms

  • insecticide
  • pest