Thrip (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various small to minute sucking insects with narrow feathery wings if any; they feed on plant sap and many are destructive.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The gardener carefully inspected the leaves for signs of thrip infestation.
- Thrips are notorious pests of greenhouse plants, causing significant damage to crops.
- Entomologists study the behavior of thrips to develop effective pest control methods.
- Farmers must be vigilant in monitoring their fields for thrip infestations to prevent widespread damage.
- Researchers have identified several species of thrips that transmit plant viruses, posing a significant threat to agriculture.