midge

US /mɪdʒ/
UK /mɪdʒ/
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mosquito, pernilongo

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.
Estávamos constantemente espantando mosquitos durante nossa caminhada perto do lago.
The tiny midges were a nuisance on the humid evening.
Os pequenos mosquitos eram um incômodo na noite úmida.