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There are 3 meanings of the word
Stinkbug.
Stinkbug - as a noun
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.
A common name applied to various insects of the hemiptera order (the "true bugs"), in the heteroptera suborder, principally in the superfamilies pentatomoidea and coreoidea.
(us southwest) a pinacate beetle or stink beetle (genus eleodes) that releases a pungent odor when threatened.
Example Sentences
"I found a stinkbug crawling on the window."
"My garden is infested with stinkbugs."
"He accidentally squashed the stinkbug with his shoe."
"The stinkbug emitted a foul odor when threatened."
"I've heard that stinkbugs can damage crops."
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Is STINKBUG a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stinkbug is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STINKBUG has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is STINKBUG a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stinkbug is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTINKBUG has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is STINKBUG a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stinkbug is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTINKBUG has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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