midge Synonyms
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midge Meaning
midge (n)
minute two-winged mosquito-like fly lacking biting mouthparts; appear in dancing swarms especially near water
midge (n.)
Any one of many small, delicate, long-legged flies of the Chironomus, and allied genera, which do not bite. Their larvae are usually aquatic.
A very small fly, abundant in many parts of the United States and Canada, noted for the irritating quality of its bite.
midge Sentence Examples
- The air was thick with midges, their tiny bodies swarming around the unsuspecting campers.
- The midges danced playfully in the sunlight, creating a shimmering cloud above the pond.
- A sudden gust of wind carried the midges away like so many specks of dust.
- The fisherman's midge flies lured the hungry trout to the surface.
- The midge's bite was hardly visible, but its itching could drive one mad.
- The scientists studied the midge's life cycle to better understand the delicate balance of the ecosystem.
- The midge's larvae wriggled through the mud, feeding on microscopic organisms.
- The midge's swarm descended upon the picnic area, forcing the revelers to retreat indoors.
- The midge's buzzing filled the air, creating a constant background soundtrack.
- The midge's tiny wings beat tirelessly, keeping it aloft with remarkable agility.
FAQs About the word midge
minute two-winged mosquito-like fly lacking biting mouthparts; appear in dancing swarms especially near waterAny one of many small, delicate, long-legged flies
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The air was thick with midges, their tiny bodies swarming around the unsuspecting campers.
The midges danced playfully in the sunlight, creating a shimmering cloud above the pond.
A sudden gust of wind carried the midges away like so many specks of dust.
The fisherman's midge flies lured the hungry trout to the surface.
