mosquito

nounmasculine/muʃˈkitu/high

mos·qui·to

Definition

A small winged insect of the family Culicidae, the female of which feeds on blood and can transmit diseases.

The mosquitoes are unbearable at dusk.

We use repellent to protect ourselves from mosquitoes.

syn

Do espanhol 'mosquito', diminutivo de 'mosca'.