Vocabulary Entry

thrip

|noun • verb

noun

A small, slender, winged insect that belongs to the order Thysanoptera, often found on plants.

Example Sentences

"The thrip is known for damaging crops by feeding on their leaves."

"Gardeners often struggle with thrip infestations during the summer months."

"You can identify a thrip by its tiny size and elongated body."

verb

Example Sentences

"The new insecticide was designed to thrip vulnerable crops."

"Farmers need to quickly thrip their fields before the pests spread."

"If left untreated, the plants will thrip over the summer."