Meaning of the word bedbug in English

What does bedbug mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bedbug

US /ˈbed.bʌɡ/
UK /ˈbed.bʌɡ/
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Noun

a small, flat, reddish-brown insect that feeds on the blood of humans and other animals, typically at night. Bedbugs are usually found in beds or other sleeping areas.

Example:
We had to call an exterminator because of the bedbugs in our mattress.
Bedbugs are notorious for causing itchy bites.