mosquito hawk
The term 'mosquito hawk' can refer to different insects depending on the region, commonly leading to confusion.
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Definition
B2Southern United States
(informal, regional)A dragonfly, known for preying on mosquitoes and other small insects.
Example
- In the summer, mosquito hawks help control the mosquito population around the pond.
B2United States
(informal, regional)A large insect resembling a mosquito but harmless to humans, often a crane fly.
Example
- Don't worry, that mosquito hawk won't bite you; it's just a crane fly.
C1Eastern Australia
(technical, entomology)Any of various species of dragonfly from the genus Micromidia.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "mosquito hawk":