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gall mite

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gall mite
n.
Any of various mites of the family Eriophyidae that produce galls on plants.

gall mite
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Plant Pathology) any of various plant-feeding mites of the family Phytoptidae that cause galls or blisters on buds, leaves, or fruit


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