noun
- A small soft-bodied insect that feeds on plant sap; an aphid.
Usage: Usually used in the plural form 'aphides' or 'aphids' in modern English.; Scientific/taxonomic term; the genus Aphis includes many species of plant pests.
Examples
- The gardener noticed aphis infesting the rose bushes.
- Aphis can reproduce rapidly and cause significant damage to crops.
- Ladybugs are natural predators of aphis and other small insects.
- The farmer sprayed the field to control the aphis population.
- Aphis species vary in color from green to black depending on the variety.