periodical cicada

noun

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The infrequent appearance of periodical cicadas is a front row seat to one of the world’s most astounding natural wonders. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 9 May 2025 Trillions of periodical cicadas — otherwise known as your favorite bug expert’s favorite bug — are emerging from the ground this spring. Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 30 Apr. 2025 The synchronized behavior of periodical cicadas is their most defining characteristic. Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2025 File photo of an adult periodical cicada in the Northern Illinois Brood. Taylor Johnston, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for periodical cicada

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First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of periodical cicada was in 1876

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“Periodical cicada.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/periodical%20cicada. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

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