Culex
(cu-lex)
2 syllables
Definition
noun. type genus of the Culicidae; widespread genus of mosquitoes distinguished by holding the body parallel to the resting surface
Example Sentence
The Culex are especially abundant this time of year.
Synonyms
house mosquito; C. pipiens; common mosquito
Antonyms
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