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STINKBUGS

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There are 3 meanings of the word Stinkbugs.

Stinkbugs - 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 group of stinkbugs infesting my garden."
"The stinkbugs emit a foul smell when they feel threatened."
"I can't enjoy my dinner outside because of the stinkbugs flying around."
"The stinkbugs lay their eggs on the underside of leaves."
"The smell of stinkbugs can be quite overpowering."
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Word Game Points

Is STINKBUGS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stinkbugs is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STINKBUGS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is STINKBUGS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stinkbugs is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STINKBUGS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is STINKBUGS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stinkbugs is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STINKBUGS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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