Meaning & use
greenfly
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A small green insect, a type of aphid, that feeds on the sap of garden plants and is considered a common pest.
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The roses were covered in greenfly, so she sprayed them with soapy water.
Ladybirds are natural predators that help control greenfly in the garden.
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Chiefly British English; American English typically uses 'aphid' instead.
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