1. Minute two-winged insect that sucks the blood of mammals and birds and other insects
   "Punkies, also called no-see-ums, can be a nuisance in coastal areas";
   - punkie, punkey, no-see-um, biting midge

1. Relating to, similar to, or with the character of, punk rock
   "The band's punky attitude appealed to rebellious teenagers";
   - punk

Derived forms: punkier, punkiest

Type of: gnat

Part of: Ceratopogonidae, family Ceratopogonidae

Encyclopedia: Punky