jassid
IPA: dʒˈæsɪd
noun
- (zoology) Any leaf-hopper in the family Jassidae, now considered to be the cicadellid subfamily Iassinae.
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Examples of "jassid" in Sentences
- The jassid is a tiny, winged insect that feeds on plants by sucking out their juices
- Farmers often have to use pesticides to control jassid infestations in their crops
- The jassid can cause significant damage to agricultural fields if left unchecked
- Some species of jassid are known for their ability to rapidly reproduce and spread across entire fields
- The jassid is a common pest in dry, warm climates where it can thrive and reproduce quickly