coccid
any of various related bugs of the superfamily Coccoidea, comprising the scale insects.
Origin of coccid
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How to use coccid in a sentence
It is to be observed that in no case is more than one parasite to be found in a coccid.
The heterogamy of the allied coccid is practically the same as that of the Aphid.
The Works of Francis Maitland Balfour, Volume II (of 4) | Francis Maitland BalfourThe male coccid passes through a passive stage (fig. 4) before attaining the perfect condition.
coccid—California coccid exchanged for specimens from all parts of the world.
British Dictionary definitions for coccid
/ (ˈkɒksɪd) /
any homopterous insect of the superfamily Coccoidea, esp any of the family Coccidae, which includes the scale insects
Origin of coccid
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