water bug
The term "water bug" can refer to both specific types of aquatic insects and certain cockroaches, depending on the context and region.
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Definition
B2Entomology
(technical)Various insects living in or near water, especially those of the order Hemiptera, such as water boatmen and backswimmers.
Example
- Water boatmen are a common type of water bug found in ponds and streams.
B2Colloquial (Southern United States)
(informal)A term used to describe large cockroaches, especially the American cockroach.
Example
- In some regions, people refer to American cockroaches as water bugs due to their preference for damp environments.
Similar
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