Punkie: meaning, definitions and examples

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punkie

 

[ หˆpสŒล‹ki ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

entomology term

A punkie refers to a small midge, a type of fly belonging to the family Ceratopogonidae. It is commonly found in humid environments and is known for its painful bites. Punkies are often active during the evening and nighttime, and while they can be a nuisance, they play a role in the ecosystem as pollinators.

Synonyms

biting midge, no-see-um

Examples of usage

  • The punkies were swarming around the lake at dusk.
  • I applied repellent to avoid getting bitten by punkies.
  • After the rain, the punkies emerged in large numbers.

Translations

Translations of the word "punkie" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น punkie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเค‚เค•เฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Punkie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ punkie

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟัƒะฝะบั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ punkie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‘ใƒณใ‚ญใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท punkie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ punkie

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท punkie

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŽ‘ํ‚ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูˆู†ูƒูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ punkie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ punkie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ‹ๅ…‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ punkie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ punkie

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟัƒะฝะบั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒฃแƒœแƒ™แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ punkie

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ punkie

Etymology

The term 'punkie' has its origins in the early 20th century, likely derived from the earlier Scottish dialect word 'punkey,' which referred to a small insect. The etymology can be traced back to various influences, including the fusion of languages and local colloquialisms that described small, biting flies. As the entomological classification developed, 'punkie' became associated specifically with midges of the family Ceratopogonidae. The word has been retained in informal usage, especially in regions where these insects are prevalent, highlighting the impact of local vernacular in shaping the scientific lexicon.