Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Fungus Gnat.
Fungus Gnat - as a noun
Minute blackish gregarious flies destructive to mushrooms and seedlings
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sciarasciaridHypernyms (Closely Related)
dipterandipterondipterous insecttwo-winged insectsHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Mosquito-like insect whose larvae feed on fungi or decaying vegetation
Example Sentences
"The fungus gnat is a small fly that is often found in damp environments."
"I discovered a fungus gnat infestation in my houseplants."
"The presence of fungus gnats can indicate overwatering of plants."
"To control fungus gnats, you can use sticky traps or biological controls."
"Adult fungus gnats are weak fliers and tend to stay close to their breeding sites."
