Meaning of the word leafhopper in English

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

leafhopper

US /ˈliːfˌhɑːp.ər/
UK /ˈliːfˌhɒp.ər/
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Noun

a small, jumping insect of the family Cicadellidae, that feeds on plant sap and can be a pest of crops

Example:
The farmer sprayed insecticide to control the leafhopper infestation.
Some species of leafhopper can transmit plant diseases.
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