midge

US /mɪdʒ/
UK /mɪdʒ/
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Mücke, Gnitze

a small, two-winged fly that can bite, often found in swarms near water or in damp areas

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We were constantly swatting away midges during our hike near the lake.
Wir haben während unserer Wanderung in der Nähe des Sees ständig Mücken weggeschlagen.
The tiny midges were a nuisance on the humid evening.
Die winzigen Mücken waren an dem feuchten Abend eine Plage.