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midge

/mɪdʒ/ noun · British & US
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What does midge mean?

noun

A small flying insect, typically found near water, with a long proboscis for feeding on nectar and other small organisms. Midge larvae are often found in water and feed on algae and other small organisms.

Example

"The midge swarm was so thick that it was difficult to see across the lake."

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