Cicada

/sɪˈkeɪdə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A large homopterous insect of the family Cicadidae, known for its distinctive sound produced by the male during mating season.

The cicada's loud calls filled the summer air, marking the peak of the season.

Any of several insects that emerge from the ground after long periods, often in the context of a mass emergence.

Every 17 years, billions of cicadas wake from their underground slumber in a spectacular display.

The sound made by a cicada, which can be characterized as a continuous buzzing or clicking.

The cicada's song was a constant backdrop during our picnic in the park.

Latin cicada, meaning 'grasshopper.'

what a cicada

An expression used to describe a loud, annoying noise.

cicada chorus

Refers to the collective sound made by a group of cicadas.

entomology

The study of insects.

insect

A small arthropod animal that has six legs and usually one or two pairs of wings.

Cicada season

It's cicada season, the streets are buzzing with the sounds of them.

Cicada effect

When too many cicadas are around, it's hard to concentrate.