Phrase guide

apple aphid

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A bright green aphid, of species Aphis pomi, that feeds on the leaves of apple trees, causing disfigurement.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: green apple aphid

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

bright green aphid; feeds on and causes curling of apple leaves

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: green apple aphid, Aphis pomi

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: aphid

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: omenakirva — a bright green aphid, Aphis pomi
  • Portuguese: pulgão das macieiras — a bright green aphid, Aphis pomi