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acarocecidia

|ac-a-ro-ce-cid-i-a|

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/ˌækəroʊsɪˈsɪdiə/

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/ˌækərəʊsɪˈsɪdɪə/

mite-induced plant galls

Etymology
Etymology Information

'acarocecidia' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akari' meaning 'mite' and 'kēkidion' meaning 'gall'.

Historical Evolution

'Acarocecidia' has remained relatively unchanged from its Greek origins, maintaining its specific reference to mite-induced plant galls.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'mite-induced plant galls', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

galls or abnormal growths on plants caused by mites.

The acarocecidia on the leaves were a result of mite infestation.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/04/11 16:21