Definition

A type of large insect, often a mosquito, that can bite and cause pain.

Example

The gallinipper buzzed around the picnic, making everyone wary of its painful bite.

Conversation

Did you get bitten by that gallinipper at the park yesterday?

Yeah, it left such an itchy mark on my arm!

I can't believe how big those gallinippers were this year.

I know, they were everywhere! We should bring bug spray next time.

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Root Explanation

Gallinipper is derived from the word 'gallinipper' (from American English, possibly a combination of 'gallina' meaning hen in Latin and 'nipper' meaning to pinch or bite). The term refers to a large mosquito or biting insect, often associated with its painful bite.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'hen' ('gallina') that 'nips' or bites, which helps you remember that a gallinipper is a biting insect.

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