1. small wingless insects that feed on starchy materials like book bindings, wallpaper paste, and stored food products
Usage: plural form; entomology

Examples

• The old library books were damaged by booklice that had eaten through the binding glue.
• Booklice thrive in humid conditions and can infest stored grains.
• Despite their name, booklice are not actually lice and do not bite humans.
• The museum curator discovered booklice in the rare manuscript collection.
• Reducing humidity levels helps prevent booklice infestations in storage areas.
• Booklice are often found in damp basements feeding on mold and organic matter.