acarine
/ˈækəraɪn/
noun
- A small arachnid of the order Acarina, such as a mite or tick.
- This acarine species is known to damage crops.
- The acarine crawled across the leaf.
- Many acarines are parasites that live on plants or animals.
adjective
- Relating to mites or ticks.
- Acarine infestations can weaken a hive.
- The lab studies acarine diseases in bees.
- The farmer used an acarine spray to protect the plants.