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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

stinkbug

/ˈstɪŋkˌbʌɡ/ noun · British & US
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What does stinkbug mean?

noun

A small, flat insect that has a strong, unpleasant odor, often found in gardens and fields. Also known as a shield bug or a green stink bug.

Example

"The gardener carefully picked up the stinkbug from the leaf, trying not to disturb it."

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