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tiger mosquito

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tiger mosquito

–noun
a large Asian mosquito, Aedes albopictus, introduced into the southern U.S., that is a vector of dengue and other infectious diseases.

Origin:
1825–35
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Main Entry: ti·ger mosquito
Pronunciation: 'tI-g&r-
Function: noun
1 : YELLOW-FEVER MOSQUITO
2 : ASIAN TIGER MOSQUITO
Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary, © 2002 Merriam-Webster, Inc.
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