Meaning of the word aedes in English
What does aedes mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
aedes
US /aɪˈiːdiz/
UK /aɪˈiːdiːz/
Noun
a genus of mosquitoes, some species of which transmit diseases such as dengue fever and Zika virus
Example:
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The spread of dengue fever is often linked to the presence of Aedes mosquitoes.
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Public health campaigns aim to control populations of Aedes mosquitoes to prevent disease outbreaks.