cicada
US /sɪˈkeɪ.də/
UK /sɪˈkeɪ.də/
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a large homopterous insect with long transparent wings, occurring in warm countries. The male produces a loud, shrill, droning song by vibrating two membranes on its abdomen.
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The loud buzzing of the cicadas filled the summer air.
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A single cicada landed on the window screen, its eyes gleaming.