stink bug

A form of stinkbug — Any of several insects, usually shield-shaped, possessing a gland that produces a foul-smelling liquid, usually containing aldehydes, which they use to discourage predators.

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Meanings

nounstink bug (plural stink bugs)

plural stink bugs

  1. alternativeAlternative spelling of stinkbug.
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