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corixid [kəˈrɪksɪd] n (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Animals) any heteropterous water bug of the vegetarian family Corixidae, typified by Corixa punctata, common in sluggish waters. The forelegs have become modified and are used in stridulation, as by the water singer (Micronecta poweri) See also water boatman adj (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Animals) of or relating to the Corixidae [from New Latin corixa, from Greek koris bedbug] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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