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book louse

/ˈbʊk ˌlaʊs/

翻译: 一种微小的无翅昆虫(啮虫目),以霉菌、真菌及书籍、纸张和储存物品中的微小有机物为食。虽然名为“书虱”,但它并非真正的虱子,也不会叮咬人类。

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/ˈbʊk ˌlaʊs/C1formalscientific
  • zh一种微小的无翅昆虫(啮虫目),以霉菌、真菌及书籍、纸张和储存物品中的微小有机物为食。虽然名为“书虱”,但它并非真正的虱子,也不会叮咬人类。

A tiny, wingless insect (order Psocoptera) that feeds on mold, fungi, and microscopic organic matter found in books, paper, and stored materials. Despite its name, it is not a true louse and does not bite humans.

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    A tiny, wingless insect of the order Psocoptera, often found in damp, old books, papers, or stored food.

    zh书虱

    • The librarian found a book louse in an ancient manuscript.
    • Book lice thrive in humid environments with mold.
    • A book louse is harmless to humans but can damage paper.