coccid

[ kok-sid ]

noun

1. any of various related bugs of the superfamily Coccoidea, comprising the scale insects.

coccid

/ ˈkɒksɪd /

noun

1. any homopterous insect of the superfamily Coccoidea, esp any of the family Coccidae, which includes the scale insects

Word History and Origins

Origin of coccid¹

cocc(us) + -id ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of coccid¹

C19: from New Latin Coccidae; see coccus

Example Sentences

It is to be observed that in no case is more than one parasite to be found in a Coccid.

From Project Gutenberg

The heterogamy of the allied Coccid is practically the same as that of the Aphid.

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The male coccid passes through a passive stage (fig. 4) before attaining the perfect condition.

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Coccid—California Coccid exchanged for specimens from all parts of the world.

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