Meaning & use
thrip
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A tiny, slender insect that feeds on plant tissue and can damage crops and garden plants.
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A single thrip can cause visible silvery streaks on a leaf's surface.
Gardeners inspected the roses closely for signs of thrip damage.
A note on using this word
The proper scientific term "thrips" is used for both singular and plural, but "thrip" has become a common informal singular back-formation among gardeners.
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