aphid

noun

ˈā-fəd 

also ˈa-fəd

: any of numerous very small soft-bodied homopterous insects (superfamily Aphidoidea) that suck the juices of plants

Examples of aphid in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Why People Are Using Flour in Their Gardens According to landscaping pro Kate Schneider, people sometimes use flour as an all-natural pest repellent for aphids and spider mites. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 14 Aug. 2026

In the home, too much or too little water, aphids, mealybugs, (spray with water & dish soap mixture) and scale (use neem oil) are the most common problems. — Clarence Schmidt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Aug. 2026

Roses, for example, are commonly associated with pests like aphids and spider mites. — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 4 Aug. 2026

Wasps feed on spiders, aphids, and other insects to provide protein for their young, so clean any webs off your house and porch, and manage any pest infestations that could attract wasps. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing aphid

• aphid lion
• corn leaf aphid
• green peach aphid
• pea aphid
• spotted alfalfa aphid
• woolly aphid

Kids Definition

aphid

noun

ˈā-fəd 

also ˈaf-əd

: any of numerous small soft-bodied insects that suck the juices of plants