Definition
mirids
noun
- plural of mirid; small insects of the family Miridae, commonly known as plant bugs or leaf bugs, many of which are agricultural pests
Usage: entomology; technical
Examples
- Mirids are among the most common insects found on garden plants.
- The farmer discovered mirids damaging the cotton crop.
- Entomologists study mirids to develop better pest management strategies.
- Several species of mirids feed on fruit trees and vegetables.
- Mirids use their piercing mouthparts to extract plant juices.