Noseeum: meaning, definitions and examples

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noseeum

 

[ noสŠหˆsiห.ษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

insect name

Noseeums are tiny, biting insects belonging to the family Ceratopogonidae, commonly found in coastal areas and wetlands. They are often referred to as 'biting midges' and are notorious for their painful bites, which can cause significant discomfort. Despite their small size, these insects can be quite bothersome, particularly during the warmer months. Their name, noseeum, is derived from the idea that they are so small they can hardly be seen.

Synonyms

biting midge, no-see-ums, punkie.

Examples of usage

  • Noseeums are particularly prevalent during the summer evenings.
  • I applied insect repellent to protect myself from the noseeums.
  • The beach was beautiful, but the noseeums made it uncomfortable to stay.
  • I've never seen a noseeum, but I've definitely felt their bites.
  • Noseeums can ruin a camping trip if you're not careful.

Translations

Translations of the word "noseeum" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mosquito-pรณlvora

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเค• เคจเคนเฅ€เค‚ เคฆเฅ‡เค–เคจเฅ‡ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Naseum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ serangga penggigit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะตะดะพะณะปัะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nosz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŽใ‚นใ‚คใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท noseeum

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ noseeum

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท noseeum

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ธ์‹œ์›€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ูˆุณูŠู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ noseeum

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ noseeum

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ผป่™ซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ noseeum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ noseeum

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะพัะตัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒ˜แƒกแƒ˜แƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ noseeum

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ noseeum

Etymology

The term 'noseeum' originates from the late 19th century, deriving from the phrase 'no see 'em,' which reflects the insect's extremely small size that makes them nearly invisible to the naked eye. The word captures the frustrating experience of being bitten by these insects without being able to see them. Noseeums belong to the family Ceratopogonidae, which includes various species that are found in wet and humid environments around the world. The bites from these insects can lead to allergic reactions in some people, causing itching and inflammation. Over time, the popularity of the term 'noseeum' grew, especially in regions where these insects are prevalent, serving as both a scientific and colloquial name for these pesky bugs.