Noun: lacewing fly 'leys,wing flI
- Any of two families of insects with gauzy wings (Chrysopidae and Hemerobiidae); larvae feed on insect pests such as aphids
"Gardeners often welcome lacewing flies as natural pest control";
- lacewing
Derived forms: lacewing flies
Type of: neuropteran, neuropteron, neuropterous insect
Encyclopedia: Lacewing fly