Book-lice
- Pronunciation
- /BOOK-luh-se/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Booklouse
- Plural
- Booklice
Definition
Small, wingless insects belonging to the order Psocodea, often found in dusty environments such as libraries, homes, and archives.
Etymology
From Latin 'psocus', meaning 'a small moth', and 'ptera', meaning 'wings'.
Example
Booklice are often found in old books and manuscripts.
Related Terms
- Psocodea
- Dust mites
- Indoor insects
Usage Notes
Booklice are sometimes mistaken for dust mites, but they are distinct.