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psyllid

psyl·lid

UK/ˈsɪlɪd/ uncommon

noun

1.

small active cicada-like insect with hind legs adapted for leaping; feeds on plant juices

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From translingual Psyllidae, from Ancient Greek ψύλλα (psúlla).

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